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Vietnam Streamlines Exit Suspension Procedures for Tax Debtors

2026-07-23
Vietnam has revised its rules on temporary exit suspension for taxpayers with outstanding tax liabilities under Decree No. 252/2026/ND-CP, effective 1 July 2026. The new provisions introduce faster procedures for lifting travel restrictions, greater flexibility for taxpayers resolving tax debts.
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Capital Gains Exemptions for MNCs and Foreign Companies in India

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Employee State Insurance Compliance for Foreign Companies and Indian Subsidiaries

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