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Examining Vietnam’s First BESS Pricing Framework: Circular 62
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Vietnam FDI Update: Q1 2026 Performance and Key Trends
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Vietnam Medical Tourism Market in 2026: Market Entry Strategies and Investment Outlook
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Vietnam and China Deepen Financial Collaboration with Launch of Cross-Border Payment Network
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Where are Samsung’s Factories in Vietnam?
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Vietnam’s New Government Leadership: What It Means for Business and Economic Policy
Economy & Trade Apr 15
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Economy & Trade
Vietnam FDI Update: Q1 2026 Performance and Key Trends
Apr 20Vietnam’s FDI in Q1 2026 shows a strong rebound in new commitments and steady disbursement growth, indicating continued investor confidence despite global volatility.
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Vietnam and China Deepen Financial Collaboration with Launch of Cross-Border Payment Network
Economy & Trade Apr 15Vietnam and China are deepening financial ties as increasing trade, investment, and tourism raise demand for cross-border payment and banking infrastructure.
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Vietnam’s New Government Leadership: What It Means for Business and Economic Policy
Economy & Trade Apr 14Vietnam's new government, led by Prime Minister Le Minh Hung, signals policy continuity and accelerates economic reform.
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Corporate Restructuring Amid Global Turbulence: How Vietnam Businesses Are Adapting
Economy & Trade Apr 11Vietnamese businesses are increasingly turning to corporate restructuring to navigate global turbulence, including rising tariffs, supply chain disruptions, and cost pressures.
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Vietnam Secures FTSE Emerging Market Status Upgrade
Economy & Trade Apr 09FTSE Russell has officially upgraded Vietnam to emerging market status, marking an important milestone in its financial growth and global integration.
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Manufacturing in Vietnam: Regional Clusters and Site Selection for Production Expansion
Published: March 2026
Vietnam’s manufacturing industry has transformed from a low-cost assembly hub into a key part of g... -
Selling to the Vietnam Market: Winning Strategies for Foreign Retailers
Published: March 2025Vietnam, an emerging market in Southeast Asia, presents lucrative opportunities for foreign business...
Tax & Accounting
Reporting Obligations of Foreign Enterprises in Vietnam: 2026 Compliance Calendar
Apr 02We review the Vietnam compliance calendar to see the key reporting obligations for foreign-invested enterprises in April 2026.
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Tax Obligations for Resident and Non-Resident Property Owners in Vietnam
Tax & Accounting Mar 23Foreign property owners in Vietnam, both resident and non-resident, are required to adhere to the same tax regulations as Vietnamese citizens.
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Q&A: 2025 Personal Income Tax Finalization in Vietnam
Tax & Accounting Mar 13We touch on some frequently asked questions on the personal income tax (PIT) finalization obligations of employers and employees in Vietnam, including deadlines.
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APAs in Vietnam: How Businesses Can Manage Transfer Pricing Risks
Tax & Accounting Mar 12Explore reforms that renew attention on advance pricing agreements (APAs) for transfer pricing risk management in Vietnam.
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Vietnam’s VAT Refund: Expanded Eligibility and Stricter Compliance Rules
Tax & Accounting Mar 04Explore Vietnam's regulations on VAT refund eligibility for investment and export-focused companies, as well as the strict compliance rules.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in ASEAN 2026
Published: December 2025This publication is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in all 11 ASEAN countries an... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in Vietnam 2026
Published: December 2025Vietnam is at a pivotal point in its development, aiming for high-value, innovation-led growth. The ...
Legal & Regulatory
Vietnam Regulatory Update: Key Changes Effective April 2026
Apr 13Vietnam implements regulatory updates in April 2026 on fire safety, banking, foreign investment, immigration, and administrative procedures.
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Corporate Restructuring Amid Global Turbulence: How Vietnam Businesses Are Adapting
Legal & Regulatory Apr 11Vietnamese businesses are increasingly turning to corporate restructuring to navigate global turbulence, including rising tariffs, supply chain disruptions, and cost pressures.
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Vietnam Visa Costs: What You Need to Know
Legal & Regulatory Apr 07Vietnam's visa costs change regularly. Here is an updated list of Vietnam visa fees for 2026, following the issuance of Circular No. 28/2026/TT-BTC.
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Explore Vietnam’s New Law on State of Emergency: A Formalized Framework for Crisis Governance
Legal & Regulatory Apr 06Effective July 1, 2026, Vietnam's Law on the State of Emergency formalizes the government’s emergency response powers during crises.
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Examining Vietnam’s First BESS Pricing Framework: Circular 62
Legal & Regulatory Apr 02Circular 62/2025/TT-BCT introduces Vietnam’s first official pricing framework for standalone, grid-connected BESS.
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Complying with Vietnam’s Personal Data Protection Decree
Published: May 2024This report dives into the respective regulations that encompass Vietnam's personal data protection ... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in ASEAN 2026
Published: December 2025This publication is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in all 11 ASEAN countries an...
Industries
Vietnam Medical Tourism Market in 2026: Market Entry Strategies and Investment Outlook
Apr 16Vietnam’s the medical tourism sector is growing as a cost-effective alternative in Asia, with revenues expected to near US$4 billion by 2033.
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Where are Samsung’s Factories in Vietnam?
Industries Apr 15Samsung is now one of the key investors driving the country's manufacturing sector and economic development. Here’s where their factories are and why they’re there.
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Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker: As of April 2026
Industries Apr 08The Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker by Vietnam Briefing provides the latest data, policy updates, FDI trends, industrial production indicators, and export performance insights to help investors monitor Vietnam’s fast-evolving manufacturing landscape.
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Examining Vietnam’s First BESS Pricing Framework: Circular 62
Industries Apr 02Circular 62/2025/TT-BCT introduces Vietnam’s first official pricing framework for standalone, grid-connected BESS.
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Manufacturing in Vietnam: Regional Clusters and Site Selection for Production Expansion
Industries Mar 28‘Manufacturing in Vietnam: Regional Clusters and Site Selection for Production Expansion’ magazine is out now and available for free download
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Manufacturing in Vietnam: Regional Clusters and Site Selection for Production Expansion
Published: March 2026Vietnam’s manufacturing industry has transformed from a low-cost assembly hub into a key part of g... -
Selling to the Vietnam Market: Winning Strategies for Foreign Retailers
Published: March 2025Vietnam, an emerging market in Southeast Asia, presents lucrative opportunities for foreign business...
HR & Payroll
Vietnam Visa Costs: What You Need to Know
Apr 07Vietnam's visa costs change regularly. Here is an updated list of Vietnam visa fees for 2026, following the issuance of Circular No. 28/2026/TT-BTC.
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2026 Vietnam Public Holiday Schedule: No Nine-Day April Break Planned
HR & Payroll Apr 03Vietnam's government has confirmed that there will be no policy to swap working days to extend public holidays in April 2026.
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Managing Vietnamese Teams: Decoding Culture to Build Trust, Performance and Long-Term Engagement
HR & Payroll Mar 25For many leaders, the real challenge isn't market entry or strategy but understanding how to work effectively with Vietnamese teams.
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Vietnam’s Labor Market in 2026: Hiring Hotspots and Talent Shifts
HR & Payroll Mar 24Vietnam’s labor market enters 2026 with stronger headline momentum but a more selective hiring environment.
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Navigating Vietnam’s New Deportation Rules: What Foreigners Should Know
HR & Payroll Feb 25An overview of Vietnam’s new deportation rules under Decree 59/2026/ND-CP and their implications for foreign nationals.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in ASEAN 2026
Published: December 2025This publication is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in all 11 ASEAN countries an... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in Vietnam 2026
Published: December 2025Vietnam is at a pivotal point in its development, aiming for high-value, innovation-led growth. The ...
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