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October 01, 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:

Decree 342 Reshapes Trading and Retail Licensing for Foreign Investors in Vietnam

The new framework changes licensing, outlet expansion, and compliance requirements for foreign-invested businesses, making an early review of existing and planned activities essential.

Circular 38 Changes How Foreign Investors Manage Vietnam Investment Capital Accounts

The updated rules affect capital contributions, M&A payments, profit remittances, and investment accounts, with important implications for banking and transaction planning.

Vietnam VAT Refunds: New Guidance on Supplier Risk and Claim Reviews

Vietnam has clarified how supplier risk alerts should affect VAT refund claims, helping businesses understand when additional verification may apply and how to reduce delays.

New Customs Rules Strengthen Vietnam Border Enforcement of IP Rights

Vietnam’s updated customs framework strengthens border enforcement against suspected IP-infringing goods, raising new compliance and brand-protection considerations for importers, exporters, and rights holders.

Could the Pinglu Canal Reshape China–Vietnam Trade Routes?

The emerging Nanning–Can Tho corridor could create new freight options between southern China and Vietnam, with implications for manufacturers, exporters, and regional supply chains.

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