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US Supreme Court Blocks Trump's Tariffs: Implications for Vietnam–US Trade and Businesses
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Legal & Regulatory Feb 16
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Economy & Trade
US Supreme Court Blocks Trump's Tariffs: Implications for Vietnam–US Trade and Businesses
Feb 23The US Supreme Court has ruled that reciprocal tariffs imposed under the IEEPA were unlawful, reshaping the legal framework underpinning recent US trade measures.
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Vietnam’s Industrial Boom Has Outgrown the “One-Location” Investment Playbook
Economy & Trade Feb 17Vietnam’s manufacturing is increasingly regional – compare the north, central, and south to refine your 2026 investment strategy.
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Hai Phong After Merger: A Pioneering Model in Northern Vietnam
Economy & Trade Feb 16Positioned as Vietnam's commerce gateway, Hai Phong is poised to lead changes in investment, logistics, and institutional reform in northern Vietnam.
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Vietnam’s New Law on Rehabilitation and Bankruptcy: Aligning the Insolvency Framework with International Practice
Economy & Trade Feb 12Vietnam’s 2025 Law on Rehabilitation and Bankruptcy transforms its insolvency system by focusing on debtor-led rehabilitation with early intervention, court oversight, and structured creditor involvement.
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Resolution 79: What Vietnam’s SOE Strategy Means for Private Businesses
Economy & Trade Feb 09Vietnam’s Resolution 79 positions state-owned enterprises as strategic anchors, reshaping opportunities for private-sector growth.
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Selling to the Vietnam Market: Winning Strategies for Foreign Retailers
Published: March 2025
Vietnam, an emerging market in Southeast Asia, presents lucrative opportunities for foreign business... -
Investing in Vietnam's Modernizing Logistics Sector
Published: December 2024In this edition of Vietnam Briefing Magazine, we provide investors with essential insights and resou...
Tax & Accounting
EU Adds Vietnam to its List of Non-Cooperative Jurisdictions: Tax and Compliance Implications
Feb 22In February, the EU added Vietnam to its non-cooperative tax list following an OECD review, as part of its biannual assessment of tax transparency, fair taxation, and anti-BEPS compliance.
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Understanding Vietnam’s Tax Regulations for Overseas Digital Service Providers
Tax & Accounting Feb 19Understand Vietnam’s tax compliance rules for overseas digital suppliers, including registration, filing obligations, withholding rules, and treaty considerations.
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Driving Vietnam’s Private Sector Growth: Core Incentives Introduced by Decree 20/2026
Tax & Accounting Feb 10Vietnam’s Decree No. 20/2026/ND-CP outlines incentives for private-sector development, covering taxes, fees, land, and human resources.
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Fraud Prevention and Investigation in Vietnam: Guidance for Foreign Investors
Tax & Accounting Feb 03Vietnam’s fraud risks often stem from weak internal controls, excessive trust in local partners, or fast growth without adequate governance frameworks. Proactive fraud prevention and building transparent systems are essential to safeguarding operations.
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Preparing for Vietnam’s Special Consumption Tax Changes in 2026: Key Compliance Highlights
Tax & Accounting Jan 28Vietnam applies new Special Consumption Tax rules from January 1, 2026, detailing key changes and compliance impacts for businesses.
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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 Cybersecurity and Data Protection Rules: A Compliance Roadmap for Businesses
Feb 16As Vietnam’s digital economy grows, businesses must navigate cybersecurity and data protection rules to stay compliant and maintain customer trust.
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Driving Vietnam’s Private Sector Growth: Core Incentives Introduced by Decree 20/2026
Legal & Regulatory Feb 10Vietnam’s Decree No. 20/2026/ND-CP outlines incentives for private-sector development, covering taxes, fees, land, and human resources.
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The Green Transition in Vietnam’s Industrial Parks: Part 2 – Implementation, Energy, and Circular Models
Legal & Regulatory Feb 06This article focuses on the practical mechanisms by which industrial parks reduce emissions, improve resource efficiency, and strengthen competitiveness.
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Vietnam Suspends Effectiveness of Decree 46 on Food Safety
Legal & Regulatory Feb 04Vietnam’s government has moved swiftly to address a series of practical difficulties emerging from the rollout of Decree No. 46/2026/ND-CP, a major new regulation implementing the Law on Food Safety.
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Vietnam’s Regulatory Updates in February 2026: New Customs, Administrative, and Enforcement Rules
Legal & Regulatory Feb 04Vietnam will implement a range of new regulatory updates covering customs, administrative, monetary, and sector-specific regulations from February 2026.
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Complying with Vietnam’s Personal Data Protection Decree
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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...
Industries
Driving FDI Manufacturing Success in Vietnam with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
Feb 15Discover how Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central helps foreign manufacturers in Vietnam ensure compliance, optimize supply chains, and scale operations efficiently.
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Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker: As of February 2026
Industries Feb 11The 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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The Green Transition in Vietnam’s Industrial Parks: Part 2 – Implementation, Energy, and Circular Models
Industries Feb 06This article focuses on the practical mechanisms by which industrial parks reduce emissions, improve resource efficiency, and strengthen competitiveness.
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Da Nang After Merger: A New Industrial and Investment Landscape
Industries Jan 30Da Nang City is one of Vietnam’s six centrally governed cities and a designated national growth pole, playing a pivotal role in the South Central Coast and Central Highlands.
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Green Transition in Vietnam’s Industrial Parks: Part 1 – Policy Foundations and Landscape
Industries Jan 29Vietnam’s industrial parks are shifting toward eco-industrial models, renewable energy, and green standards amid global supply chain changes.
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Selling to the Vietnam Market: Winning Strategies for Foreign Retailers
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Investing in Vietnam's Modernizing Logistics Sector
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HR & Payroll
Vietnam's Personal Data Protection: Key Requirements under Decree 356
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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Vietnam Mandates Centralized Electronic Labor Contracts from July 2026: Key Requirements under Decree 337
HR & Payroll Dec 31From July 1, 2026, Vietnam’s government mandates that all electronic labor contracts must be digitally managed on a centralized platform.
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Vietnam Amends Personal Income Tax Law: Key Highlights and Business Implications
HR & Payroll Dec 10Vietnam’s National Assembly approves the amended Law on Personal Income Tax, aiming to broaden the tax base while lowering inequality.
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Vietnam E-Visa: A Complete Guide
HR & Payroll Dec 09Vietnam’s e-visa program makes it easier and faster for visitors to Vietnam to enter the country. The country has recently added 41 new ports that accept e-visas for entry, bringing the total to 83.
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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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