TOP STORIES THIS WEEK:

US Tariffs on Vietnamese Exports: Analyzing the New Framework

US President Donald Trump has announced new tariffs on Vietnamese exports, imposing a 20 percent duty along with a 40 percent levy on goods deemed to be transshipped. This development could reshape trade dynamics between the two nations.

Vietnam’s Economic Performance in H1 2025: Inflation, Trade, FDI

Vietnam’s economy posted 7.52 percent growth in the first half of 2025, driven by services and manufacturing, despite global trade tensions and US tariffs. This article provides a detailed examination of inflation, trade, FDI, and business formation trends.

E-ID Registration Guide for Foreign Residents in Vietnam

As Vietnam’s government launches a 50-day campaign from July 1 to August 19, 2025, to issue Level 2 electronic identification (e-ID) accounts to foreigners living in Vietnam, we explain the registration process for those affected.

Update Your Company Address After Vietnam’s Provincial Merger

While address updates for legal compliance following Vietnam’s provincial merger are not mandatory, businesses are encouraged to voluntarily update their business license and issue invoices that incorporate the new address.

Vietnam to Enhance Traceability with Amended Products and Goods Quality Law

Vietnam’s revised Law on Product and Goods Quality, effective January 2026, introduces digital passports, stricter e-commerce oversight, and risk-based inspections to enhance product traceability and compliance.

COMPLIMENTARY BUSINESS RESOURCES:

Investing Across Borders: Opportunities in the Johor–Singapore SEZ

This publication sets out the rationale behind the Johor-Singapore SEZ, the sectors it is likely to support, and the broader context in which it is being developed. For foreign investors, it provides a starting point for understanding how the SEZ may evolve as a node within Southeast Asia’s wider investment landscape.

This issue of China Briefing magazine explores cross-border restructuring as a practical, forward-looking approach to mitigate risks without abandoning China’s manufacturing strengths and market potential.

UPCOMING EVENTS FOR ASIA:

Vietnam in Transition: Key Changes in Tax, Trade, and Investment Rules

Webinar | Thursday, July 24, 2025 | 3:00 PM Vietnam / 4:00 PM Singapore / 10:00 AM ICT

Tariffs, Trust, and the China+1 Shift: What Foreign Investors Need to Know

Webinar | Wednesday, July 16, 2025 | On-air on Youtube

Investing in Malaysia 2025: A Comprehensive Guide to Market Entry, Taxation, and Compliance

Webinar | Wednesday, July 23, 2025, | 3:00 PM Malaysia / 2:00 PM Jakarta / 9:00 CET