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February 05, 2026

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Weekly business and foreign investment news roundup in Asia

by Asia Briefing and Dezan Shira & Associates.

VIETNAM EDITION

TOP STORIES THIS WEEK:

India-EU FTA vs. EVFTA: Diverging Paths for EU Business Expansion

A comparative view of the FTAs with India and Vietnam reveals how the EU has customized its trade approach for different partners.

Fraud Prevention and Investigation in Vietnam: Guidance for Foreign Investors

Vietnam’s fraud risks often stem from weak internal controls, excessive trust in local partners, or fast growth without adequate governance frameworks. For foreign investors, proactive fraud prevention and building transparent systems are essential to safeguarding operations.

Vietnam Addresses Implementation Bottlenecks Under Decree 46 on Food Safety

Vietnam’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.

Da Nang After Merger: A New Industrial and Investment Landscape

Da 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.

Vietnam Rolls Out Updated Customs and Enforcement Rules in February 2026

From February 2026, Vietnam will implement a range of new regulations across customs, administrative, monetary, and sector-specific areas.

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