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'Complying with Vietnam’s Personal Data Protection Decree' discusses key legislative updates and compliance obligations for businesses and is free to download.
Prospects in Vietnam's F&B Market in 2024
The Vietnam food and beverage (F&B) market is set for significant growth in 2024, driven by strong brand loyalty, strategic expansions, and ongoing innovation in products and services.
Foreign Contractor Tax in Vietnam: A Complete Guide
Vietnam’s foreign contractor tax is a withholding tax that may affect your business if you’re working with a Vietnamese company or sub-contractor. Here’s how.
Vietnam’s Latest Draft Decree on Sanctions for Cybersecurity Violations
Vietnam's latest draft decree on sanctions for violations in cybersecurity and data protection targets implementation by June 1, 2024.
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Complying with Vietnam’s Personal Data Protection Decree: New Publication Out Now
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Vietnam Unveils Ambitious Master Plan for North Central and Central Coastal Regions
Economy & Trade May 30 -
Trends in Vietnam's Banking Industry and 2024 Outlook
Industries May 29 -
Funding Vietnam’s Green Growth: The ESG Initiative and Work of Credit Institutions
Economy & Trade May 29 -
The Video Game Industry in Vietnam: Opportunities and Challenges
Industries May 28
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Economy & Trade
Vietnam Unveils Ambitious Master Plan for North Central and Central Coastal Regions
May 30Vietnam's North Central and Central Coast regions, home to 11 provinces boasting extensive coastlines, stands to benefit under a new Master Plan. We provide key details.
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Funding Vietnam’s Green Growth: The ESG Initiative and Work of Credit Institutions
Economy & Trade May 29Vietnam’s regulators, banks, and international aid agencies are promoting the adoption of ESG by private firms by easing funding access, supporting the implementation of the country's Green Growth Strategy for 2021-2030.
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Vietnam Seafood Exports Soar in Q1 2024, Sets Up Annual Target of US$9.5bn
Economy & Trade May 21As Vietnam's seafood exports surge in the early months of 2024, the industry association VASEP targets US$9.5 billion for the year's revenue. Key export markets remain the US, China, Hong Kong, and Japan.
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Choosing the Right Location for Your Business in the Asian Market
Economy & Trade May 17Investors opt for a multi-country benchmarking service to identify the most suitable location by comparing key attributes across markets.
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Port Infrastructure in Vietnam: 3 Regional Hubs for Importers and Exporters
Economy & Trade May 15Port infrastructure in Vietnam varies from region to region. Vietnam Briefing highlights and compares port infrastructure in three key economic regions.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in ASEAN 2024
Published: December 2023
This publication is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in all ten ASEAN countries a... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in Vietnam 2024
Published: December 2023An Introduction to Doing Business in Vietnam 2024 provides readers with an overview of the fundament...
Tax & Accounting
Foreign Contractor Tax in Vietnam: A Complete Guide
May 27Vietnam’s foreign contractor tax is a withholding tax that may affect your business if you’re working with a Vietnamese company or sub-contractor. Here’s how.
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An Introduction to Double Taxation Avoidance in Vietnam
Tax & Accounting May 21Vietnam has double taxation avoidance agreements with 80 countries, allowing legal entities, businesses, and individuals to apply their provisions to avoid being double-taxed on their income.
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Corporate Tax Planning for Businesses in Vietnam in 2024 - New Publication from Vietnam Briefing
Tax & Accounting Mar 22'Corporate Tax Planning for Businesses in Vietnam in 2024' explains key incentives available, reporting requirements, and preparation for Vietnam's Global Minimum Tax regulations under the BEPS 2.0 Framework.
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Vietnam CIT and PIT Finalization for the 2023 Tax Period
Tax & Accounting Mar 13Compliance with CIT and PIT finalization regulations is crucial for companies and individuals in Vietnam. We discuss reporting requirements and relevant deadlines.
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Taxes for Foreign E-commerce Firms Earning an Income in Vietnam
Tax & Accounting Feb 14Foreign e-commerce firms selling goods or services in Vietnam are now required to pay foreign contractor tax. Here's what foreign firms should know about this latest development.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in ASEAN 2024
Published: December 2023This publication is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in all ten ASEAN countries a... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in Vietnam 2024
Published: December 2023An Introduction to Doing Business in Vietnam 2024 provides readers with an overview of the fundament...
Legal & Regulatory
Complying with Vietnam’s Personal Data Protection Decree: New Publication Out Now
May 31'Complying with Vietnam’s Personal Data Protection Decree' discusses key legislative updates and compliance obligations for businesses and is free to download.
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Vietnam’s Latest Draft Decree on Sanctions for Cybersecurity Violations
Legal & Regulatory May 20Vietnam's latest draft decree on sanctions for violations in cybersecurity and data protection targets implementation by June 1, 2024.
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Franchising in Vietnam: Legal Framework and Registration Requirements
Legal & Regulatory May 08The franchising sector in Vietnam benefits from relaxed retail regulations and a dynamic entrepreneurial landscape.
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Understanding How Trademark Opposition Works in Vietnam
Legal & Regulatory May 01We discuss the legal grounds on which intellectual property rights holders can register opposition to trademark applications in Vietnam.
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Vietnam’s Extended Producer Responsibility Policy: Company Recycling Obligations
Legal & Regulatory Apr 24Vietnam's amended Environment Protection Law (EPL) in 2022 introduced a new “extended producer responsibility” (EPR) policy which places the burden of responsibility to recycle on companies.
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Complying with Vietnam’s Personal Data Protection Decree
Published: May 2024This report dives into the respective regulations that encompass Vietnam's personal data protection ... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in ASEAN 2024
Published: December 2023This publication is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in all ten ASEAN countries a...
Industries
Trends in Vietnam's Banking Industry and 2024 Outlook
May 29We discuss key growth drivers for Vietnam’s banking industry, notable deals, pivot to privatization, challenges and opportunities for investors, and emerging trends in the alternative lending market.
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The Video Game Industry in Vietnam: Opportunities and Challenges
Industries May 28The gaming industry in Vietnam has left an indelible mark on the global gaming map, propelled by hits like Flappy Bird and the rise of technology unicorn VNG. In this article, we take a broad overview of this emerging industry and the opportunities for foreign firms.
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Prospects in Vietnam's F&B Market in 2024
Industries May 27The Vietnam food and beverage (F&B) market is set for significant growth in 2024, driven by strong brand loyalty, strategic expansions, and ongoing innovation in products and services.
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Vietnam Seafood Exports Soar in Q1 2024, Sets Up Annual Target of US$9.5bn
Industries May 21As Vietnam's seafood exports surge in the early months of 2024, the industry association VASEP targets US$9.5 billion for the year's revenue. Key export markets remain the US, China, Hong Kong, and Japan.
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Dong Nai Province, Vietnam: Opportunities in the Leading Industrial Production Hub
Industries May 06Dong Nai province, in the southern region, is a prime choice for foreign companies in Vietnam with its strong infrastructure, logistics connectivity, and industrial parks. We profile its key advantages that has made it among the top ranked destinations for FDI in the country across multiple business lines.
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Vietnam Market Entry Strategy for Foreign F&B Companies
Published: December 2023Vietnam has been rapidly rising as a key Southeast Asian market for a vast range of foreign food and... -
Getting Your Goods to Market in Vietnam
Published: June 2023High inflation and interest rates, along with currency fluctuations are all making it expensive and ...
HR & Payroll
Applying for a Vietnam Work Permit: Guidelines for Foreigners and Employers
May 13Vietnam has amended certain provisions regarding hiring foreign workers and the issuance of work permits. We provide the details.
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Vietnam Advisory on Swapping of Working Days Around April 30 and May 1, 2024 Holidays
HR & Payroll Apr 16Vietnam's labor authority MOLISA has proposed a swap of workdays for the 2024 Reunification Day and International Workers' Day holiday.
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Judicial Record Card in Vietnam: Guide to Obtaining a Police Clearance Check
HR & Payroll Apr 12A criminal record check certificate (Judicial Record Card) is required for foreign employees when they apply for a work permit in Vietnam.
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Vietnam Issues Draft Rules on Foreigner’s Electronic Identification Registration
HR & Payroll Mar 20Vietnam has released a draft decree regulating procedures for the registration of foreigners’ electronic identification.
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Planning for Uncertainty: Global Staffing Solutions to Facilitate Your Vietnam Market Entry
HR & Payroll Feb 21Global Staffing Solutions is a flexible entry strategy for businesses to test the Vietnamese market without needing to physically set up an operation.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in ASEAN 2024
Published: December 2023This publication is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in all ten ASEAN countries a... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in Vietnam 2024
Published: December 2023An Introduction to Doing Business in Vietnam 2024 provides readers with an overview of the fundament...
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