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Mapping the China-Vietnam Trade Relationship: Key Trade Routes and Growth Drivers
China-Vietnam trade is thriving, with Vietnam becoming a key trade hub and increasingly exporting Chinese goods, strengthening their regional partnership.
Decree 29/2026: Vietnam Operationalizes its First Carbon Trading Market
Vietnam launched its first carbon trading exchange, establishing an operational framework and piloting GHG quota allocation for 2025–2026.
Managing Anti-Dumping Risk in Vietnam: Compliance, Market Access, and Strategic Planning
We review Vietnam's anti-dumping investigations, covering its landscape, sector exposure, exporter implications, compliance responsibilities, and the investigation process.
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Manufacturing in Vietnam: Regional Clusters and Site Selection for Production Expansion
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Vietnam Responds to Rising Oil Prices: Fuel Price Cuts, Advanced E10 Rollout and Tax Relief
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Managing Vietnamese Teams: Decoding Culture to Build Trust, Performance and Long-Term Engagement
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Vietnam’s Labor Market in 2026: Hiring Hotspots and Talent Shifts
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Tax Obligations for Resident and Non-Resident Property Owners in Vietnam
Tax & Accounting Mar 23
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Economy & Trade
Vietnam Responds to Rising Oil Prices: Fuel Price Cuts, Advanced E10 Rollout and Tax Relief
Mar 26Vietnam lowers fuel prices, accelerates E10 biofuel rollout, and proposes tax cuts to stabilize energy costs amid global oil price volatility.
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Ho Chi Minh City Strengthens Cambodia Trade Links via Major Transport Projects
Economy & Trade Mar 22Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), the economic center of Vietnam, is ramping up infrastructure development to boost its connectivity with Cambodia.
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Vietnam, China Advance Economic Cooperation Amid High-Level Engagements
Economy & Trade Mar 19Vietnam and China strengthen economic ties after the 17th Steering Committee meeting during Wang Yi’s visit.
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Vietnam’s Amended Investment Law: Key Transitional Provisions for Existing and New Projects
Economy & Trade Mar 18Vietnam’s amended Investment Law introduces a comprehensive set of transitional provisions to ensure regulatory continuity and align legacy projects with the new legal framework.
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Mapping the China-Vietnam Trade Relationship: Key Trade Routes and Growth Drivers
Economy & Trade Mar 12China-Vietnam trade is thriving, with Vietnam becoming a key trade hub and increasingly exporting Chinese goods, strengthening their regional partnership.
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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
Tax Obligations for Resident and Non-Resident Property Owners in Vietnam
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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Reporting Obligations of Foreign Enterprises in Vietnam: 2026 Compliance Calendar
Tax & Accounting Mar 18We review the Vietnam compliance calendar to see the key reporting obligations for foreign-invested enterprises in March 2026.
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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’s Amended Investment Law: Key Transitional Provisions for Existing and New Projects
Mar 18Vietnam’s amended Investment Law introduces a comprehensive set of transitional provisions to ensure regulatory continuity and align legacy projects with the new legal framework.
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Reporting Obligations of Foreign Enterprises in Vietnam: 2026 Compliance Calendar
Legal & Regulatory Mar 18We review the Vietnam compliance calendar to see the key reporting obligations for foreign-invested enterprises in March 2026.
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Vietnam's Regulations Effective March 2026: Real Estate, Foreign Representative Offices
Legal & Regulatory Mar 05Several new regulations in Vietnam in March 2026 concerning property ID codes and licensing for foreign representative offices.
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Decree 29/2026: Vietnam Operationalizes its First Carbon Trading Market
Legal & Regulatory Mar 03Vietnam launched its first carbon trading exchange, establishing an operational framework and piloting GHG quota allocation for 2025–2026.
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Managing Anti-Dumping Risk in Vietnam: Compliance, Market Access, and Strategic Planning
Legal & Regulatory Feb 27We review Vietnam's anti-dumping investigations, covering its landscape, sector exposure, exporter implications, compliance responsibilities, and the investigation process.
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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
Manufacturing in Vietnam: Regional Clusters and Site Selection for Production Expansion
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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Vietnam’s Wood Industry in 2026: Navigating Challenges and Seizing New Opportunities
Industries Mar 16Vietnam’s wood industry is a cornerstone of its export economy, consistently ranking among the top five contributors to national export earnings.
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Nike Factories and Supplier Network in Vietnam: Updated to January 2026
Industries Mar 09Nike’s been operating in Vietnam for over a decade. Here’s where their factories are and why.
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Decree 29/2026: Vietnam Operationalizes its First Carbon Trading Market
Industries Mar 03Vietnam launched its first carbon trading exchange, establishing an operational framework and piloting GHG quota allocation for 2025–2026.
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Digital Marketing Services in Vietnam: A 2026 Market Overview
Industries Feb 24Digital marketing services in Vietnam are rapidly evolving into essential components of business growth strategies for foreign-invested companies.
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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
Managing Vietnamese Teams: Decoding Culture to Build Trust, Performance and Long-Term Engagement
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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Vietnam's Personal Data Protection: Key Requirements under Decree 356
HR & Payroll Jan 26Vietnam's personal data protection rules have tightened under Decree 356. Learn about new compliance duties for businesses operating in Vietnam.
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2026 Vietnam Public Holiday Schedule: Vietnam Culture Day Added as New Public Holiday
HR & Payroll Jan 13November 24 has been officially designated as Vietnam Culture Day and recognized as an annual public holiday.
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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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