Other Briefings
Each week we summarize the most recent, developing, and important Vietnam news into one easy to read digest. Here are the top recent Vietnam news summaries.
46 High-Risk AI Systems to Face Enhanced Regulatory Oversight in Vietnam
Vietnam prescribes 46 high-risk artificial intelligence (AI) systems, clarifying the technologies subject to enhanced regulatory oversight.
Representative Office Compliance in Vietnam: Operations, Tax, and PIT Risks
Representative offices enable foreign companies to establish a presence in Vietnam, but ongoing compliance and personal income tax (PIT) risks require careful management.
Vietnam Immigration: Permanent Residence Eligibility and Application Guide
Vietnam’s immigration regime does not grant permanent residence based on length of stay. Instead, eligibility is limited to four statutory categories.
EFTA–Vietnam FTA Concluded: Business Implications for Trade, Investment, and Market Access
EFTA and Vietnam have concluded FTA negotiations. Learn what the agreement means for tariffs, rules of origin, services, investment, SMEs, and Vietnam market entry planning.
Vietnam’s CIT Documentation Requirements: A Guide to Circular 20/2026
Learn how Vietnam’s Circular 20/2026 changes CIT deductible expense documentation, key compliance requirements, and best practices.
Vietnam Reaches Upper-Middle-Income Status Under World Bank Classification
Vietnam has been reclassified as a World Bank upper-middle-income economy after its GNI per capita reached US$4,970, marking a milestone for investors.
Vietnam Regulatory Update July 2026: A New Compliance Landscape for Investors
More than 60 laws and decrees take effect as part of Vietnam’s July 2026 regulatory update, affecting taxation, digital business, customs, investment, and corporate compliance.
Vietnam’s Outbound Investment: Current Trends and Potential Destinations
Vietnamese outbound investment has expanded steadily over the past several years, reflecting the increasing ambitions of domestic enterprises to build regional and global operations.
Vietnam Personal Income Tax 2026: Key Changes Effective July 1
Vietnam’s amended Personal Income Tax Law takes effect on July 1, 2026. Learn the key changes to deductions, exemptions, digital assets, and employer compliance.
From July 1, Here Are the 10 Tax Practices Prohibited in Vietnam
Learn the 10 prohibited tax practices in Vietnam from July 1, 2026, recent enforcement actions, and compliance tips for businesses.
