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Is Vietnam the Right Market for Your Business? A Decision Framework for Foreign Investors

2026-07-10
Vietnam can be an attractive market for foreign companies seeking customers, manufacturing capacity, suppliers, or greater supply chain resilience. However, the country is not automatically the right fit for every business.
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Hong Kong Refines Fund and Family Office Tax Regime: Key Changes and Implications

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Hong Kong proposed new family office tax reforms, signaling growing opportunities for asset managers and investors.

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Common Structuring Assumptions That Delay Indonesia Market Entry

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Foreign investors entering Indonesia often devote significant resources to assessing market demand, identifying partners, and preparing financial projections, yet delays frequently arise from assumptions made before the investment vehicle is established.

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Using a UAE Holding Company to Invest in Asia: A Guide for GCC-Based Investors

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As GCC capital flows increasingly toward India, ASEAN, Singapore, and Hong Kong, UAE holding companies are emerging as a strategic structure to invest in Asia.

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India Extends Customs Duty Relief for Electronics and Battery Manufacturing Until March 2029

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46 High-Risk AI Systems to Face Enhanced Regulatory Oversight in Vietnam

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Following the introduction of its first Artificial Intelligence (AI) Law, Vietnam has issued its first official list of 46 high-risk AI systems, providing greater clarity on the technologies subject to enhanced regulatory oversight.

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