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April 23, 2026

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Weekly business and foreign investment news roundup in Asia

by Asia Briefing and Dezan Shira & Associates (An Ascentium Company).

VIETNAM EDITION

We're pleased to announce that Asia Briefing is now part of the Ascentium Group. We remain committed to providing our subscribers with trusted, high-quality business news and insights across Asia.

TOP STORIES THIS WEEK:

Ascentium Vietnam Debuts as One of the Country’s Largest Corporate Services Platforms

Ascentium, a leading global business services platform, has completed its acquisition of Asia-focused advisory firm Dezan Shira & Associates and is unifying its Vietnam operations with InCorp Vietnam, An Ascentium Company under a single brand: Ascentium Vietnam.

Vietnam FDI Update: Q1 2026 Performance and Key Trends

Vietnam’s foreign direct investment (FDI) performance in Q1 2026 reflects a strong rebound in new investment commitments alongside steady disbursement growth, signaling sustained investor confidence despite a volatile global environment.

Vietnam–China Relations on the Ground: From Strategic Rhetoric to Railways, Border Gates, and Supply Chains

From cross-border rail links and “smart” border gates to synchronized supply chains, Vietnam and China are quietly engineering a level of operational integration that could define the next decade of Asian trade.

Mapping Adidas’ Supply Chain in Vietnam: Clusters, Logistics, and Labor Dynamics

Vietnam remains the largest sourcing base for Adidas, accounting for 27 percent of total production volume in 2025, demonstrating its central role in the company’s global manufacturing network.

Understanding Vietnam’s Tax Withholding Framework for Foreign E-Commerce Platforms

Vietnam’s General Department of Taxation (GDT) has released a handbook for foreign platform operators detailing new rules for payment functions, including withholding, declaring, and remitting taxes for individual sellers.

Vietnam Medical Tourism Market in 2026: Market Entry Strategies and Investment Outlook

Vietnam's medical tourism market is growing steadily. The market was valued at approximately US$700 million in 2024 and is projected to reach nearly US$4 billion by 2033, reflecting an average annual growth rate of about 18 percent.

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COMPLIMENTARY BUSINESS RESOURCES:

Manufacturing in Vietnam: Regional Clusters and Site Selection for Production Expansion

Aimed at manufacturers, supply chain planners, and foreign investors, Manufacturing in Vietnam: Regional Clusters and Site Selection for Production Expansion offers a clear overview of Vietnam’s manufacturing landscape and how businesses can assess the country as a production hub in Asia.

Vietnam’s Evolving Tax Regime: Compliance with New CIT, VAT, and Invoicing Rules

Vietnam’s Evolving Tax Regime: Compliance with New CIT, VAT, and Invoicing Rules provides practical guidance for CFOs, tax leaders, and foreign investors navigating these reforms.