Vietnam News in Brief: Weekly Roundup March 31

Economy & Trade

GDP growth down, foreign ownership in banking possibly up, and Dutch investments in Vietnamese wood and rooftop solar, in this week’s Vietnam News in Brief.

Economy & Trade

Explained: Vietnam’s Real Estate Market Turmoil

Vietnam’s real estate market has been struggling of late under the weight of a number of challenges. Here’s what foreign investors should know.

Economy & Trade

Investing in Vietnam’s Startup Sector: Latest Issue of Vietnam Briefing Magazine

We provide readers with an overview of Vietnam’s startup sector and key opportunities for foreign firms.

Economy & Trade

What’s Driving Mergers and Acquisitions in Vietnam’s Healthcare Sector?

Healthcare is one of several industries predicted to lead M&As in Vietnam in 2023. Here’s what’s happening in the sector and why it is ripe for M&A action.

Vietnam News in Brief: Weekly Roundup March 31

Economy & Trade Mar 31
Vietnam’s Carbon Market: Progress Report

Economy & Trade Mar 30
Is Now the Right Time to Enter Vietnam’s Retail Market?

Economy & Trade Mar 29
How Supporting Industries Can Benefit from Adding Vietnam to Their China+1 Strategy

Economy & Trade Mar 28
Can Vietnam Replace China? No, But it was Never Supposed to Either

Economy & Trade Mar 27

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Economy & Trade

Vietnam News in Brief: Weekly Roundup March 31

Mar 31

GDP growth down, foreign ownership in banking possibly up, and Dutch investments in Vietnamese wood and rooftop solar, in this week’s Vietnam News in Brief.

Vietnam’s Carbon Market: Progress Report

Economy & Trade Mar 30

Vietnam has initiated its efforts towards establishing a carbon trading market, but there is still a considerable distance to cover. Let's review the advancements made thus far.
Is Now the Right Time to Enter Vietnam’s Retail Market?

Economy & Trade Mar 29

This year could be the perfect time to enter, or expand in, Vietnam's retail market. There are, however, a few things foreign firms should know before they do.
How Supporting Industries Can Benefit from Adding Vietnam to Their China+1 Strategy

Economy & Trade Mar 28

China plus-one strategies that include Vietnam don't have to be limited to larger multinationals. Small and medium enterprises in supporting industries can benefit too, writes Filippo Bortoletti, Country Director, Dezan Shira & Associates Vietnam.
Can Vietnam Replace China? No, But it was Never Supposed to Either

Economy & Trade Mar 27

An opinion piece pubished by Bloomberg titled ‘Trying to Replace China’s Supply Chains? Don’t Bother?’ was flawed on a number of levels, writes Dezan Shira and Associates, Head of Business Intelligence, Pritesh Samuel.

Publications

An Introduction to Doing Business in Vietnam 2023

Published: December 2022

An Introduction to Doing Business in Vietnam 2023 provides readers with an overview of the fundament...

Tax & Accounting

Compliance, Labor, and Tax Due Dates in Vietnam (2023)

Dec 23

Here’s a list of all the key compliance, labor, and tax due dates in Vietnam.

Foreign Contractor Tax in Vietnam: A Complete Guide for 2023

Tax & Accounting Nov 07

Vietnam’s foreign contractor withholding tax may affect your business if you’re working with a Vietnamese company or sub-contractor. Here’s how.
Special Consumption Tax in Vietnam (2023)

Tax & Accounting Nov 01

Special consumption tax in Vietnam applies to the production or importation of specific goods and the provision of certain services.
Vietnam’s E-invoice Implementation: Prepare for July 2022

Tax & Accounting Jun 16

Vietnam will implement mandatory e-invoicing from July 2022. Businesses are advised to prepare during the transition period to remain compliant.
Vietnam Extends CIT, VAT, Land Rent Payment to Aid Business Recovery

Tax & Accounting Jun 08

Vietnam Briefing discusses Decree 34 on the extension of CIT, VAT, PIT, and land rental payments for businesses affected by the pandemic.

Publications

Tax, Accounting, and Audit in Vietnam 2022

Published: May 2022

This edition of Tax, Accounting, and Audit Guide for 2022, produced in collaboration with our tax ex...

Legal & Regulatory

EU Due Diligence Directive and Supply Chains in Vietnam

Mar 06

EU member states are enacting corporate sustainability due diligence laws. Here’s what that means for foreign and domestic firms in Vietnam.

8 Regulations and Policies Supporting Startups in Vietnam

Legal & Regulatory Feb 13

Vietnam's startup sector benefits from a myriad of supportive policies and regulations. Here’s eight of them.
Explainer: Vietnam’s Second Land Rent Cut for Groups Affected by COVID-19

Legal & Regulatory Feb 07

Vietnam is offering land rent reductions for organisations and businesses affected by COVID-19. Here are the details.
IP in Vietnam: One Little Pig and a Big Bad Lawsuit

Legal & Regulatory Dec 15

Peppa Pig’s creators are suing a Vietnamese firm for copyright infringement. Here’s what that might mean for IP in Vietnam.
Permanent Court of Arbitration Opens New Office in Hanoi

Legal & Regulatory Nov 30

The Permanent Court of Arbitration has opened a representative office in Hanoi. Here’s a brief history of Vietnam’s relationship with investor-state disputes.

Publications

Digital Economy Prospects in Vietnam and Identifying Government Support

Published: April 2022

Vietnam’s digital economy has seen significant growth over the last decade and is expected to be v...

Industries

Foreign Universities and Higher Education in Vietnam

Mar 07

The number of Vietnamese students studying at foreign institutions or in joint training programs has seen rapid growth in recent years. Here’s where that growth is.

Vietnam E-Commerce: Stable in Face of Global Slowdown

Industries Mar 01

Globally, e-commerce is facing a recession, but Vietnam appears well placed to weather the storm. Here’s why.
Vietnam’s Agricultural Sector: Rising Star in Food Production

Industries Feb 22

Vietnam’s agriculture sector is beginning to make its mark in global food production. Here’s how foreign investors can get involved.
Halal Food Market in Vietnam Small, but Huge Export Opportunity

Industries Feb 20

Demand for halal food is growing in SEA and Vietnam is well positioned to profit from it. Here’s how.
Cross-Border and Digital Advertising in Vietnam: An Overview

Industries Feb 15

Here's what foreign firms should know about cross-border and digital advertising in Vietnam.

Publications

Investing in Vietnam’s Startup Sector

Published: March 2023

The startup industry in Vietnam is experiencing a surge. The country currently boasts an estimated 3...
Vietnam’s Logistics Sector: Opportunities in Air, Sea, and Land Connectivity

Published: February 2023

Vietnam’s logistics sector is filled with opportunities for investors looking to expand their Sout...

HR & Payroll

Vietnamese New Year 2023: How to Prepare Your Business

Jan 05

Vietnam Briefing offers a basic understanding of the Vietnamese New Year or Tet including customary practices that businesses should be aware of.

Vietnam's HR Landscape, Compliance, and Recruitment - Latest Issue of Vietnam Briefing Magazine

HR & Payroll Dec 20

We provide readers with an overview of Vietnam’s human resources landscape and key compliance requirements.
Foreign Worker Reports are Due January 5

HR & Payroll Dec 09

Foreign worker reports are due next month. Here’s what you need to know.
Gender Equality and Prevailing Challenges in the Workplace in Vietnam

HR & Payroll Sep 14

As a fast-growing economy, Vietnam Briefing highlights Vietnam's gender equality issues in the workplace and current challenges.
Vietnam's Tech Startups: Human Resource Challenges

HR & Payroll Sep 13

Vietnam Briefing highlights the growing tech startup industry in Vietnam and the human resource challenges faced by the industry.

Publications

Vietnam's HR Landscape, Compliance, and Recruitment

Published: December 2022

We provide readers with an overview of Vietnam’s Human Resources landscape, compliance requirement...

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