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September 10, 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

TOP STORIES THIS WEEK:

Vietnam Accounting Compliance: Localising Dynamics 365 Business Central

Vietnam’s new accounting requirements are increasing pressure on multinational companies to align local statutory reporting with global ERP systems. The Ascentium VAS Localisation Pack for Dynamics 365 Business Central is designed to support Vietnamese accounting compliance while keeping the core ERP standardised and scalable.

Vietnam Transfer Pricing in 2026: What Businesses Need to Review Before Year-End

Decree 255 now governs Vietnam’s transfer pricing framework from the 2026 corporate income tax period. Businesses with related-party transactions should review pricing, financing, documentation, disclosures, and whether group policies reflect the Vietnamese entity’s actual functions and financial results.

Vietnam’s New Customs Penalties: What Importers and Manufacturers Need to Know

Decree 169 introduces a new customs penalty framework affecting importers, exporters, FDI manufacturers, EPEs, and customs brokers. We explain the expanded violations, penalty rules, available exemptions, and the procedures businesses should review to reduce customs compliance risk.

Vietnam’s New Development Model: What Resolution 19 Means for Foreign Investors

Resolution 19 signals Vietnam’s shift towards a more productive, technology-led, green, and higher-value economy. We examine how the new direction could influence investment incentives, sector priorities, location strategy, and the types of foreign projects best positioned for future growth.

Singapore and Vietnam: Building a Regional Expansion Model

Singapore can serve as a base for regional management, finance, innovation, and supply-chain oversight while Vietnam provides manufacturing scale and market growth. We examine which industries and operating models are best positioned to benefit from combining the strengths of both markets.

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COMPLIMENTARY BUSINESS RESOURCES:

Vietnam's New Personal Data Protection Rules: Compliance, Governance, and Risk Management Guide

Vietnam’s New Personal Data Protection Rules: Compliance, Governance, and Risk Management Guide explores the regulatory requirements, implementation challenges, and risk management considerations companies should address to ensure compliance and support sustainable digital operations.

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.