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Direct Share Transfers in Vietnam: Capital Gains Tax Rules

2026-06-29
Vietnam generally taxes direct transfers of shares and capital contributions in Vietnamese companies by foreign investors. The applicable tax treatment depends on the seller’s status, the type of equity being transferred, and whether a statutory exception applies.
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China’s Maternity and Baby Market (Part I): Demographics, Policy, and Market Structure

06/29/2026

China’s maternity and baby market is being reshaped by a fundamental shift from volume to value: despite births falling to a record-low 7.92 million in 2025, per-child spending and premiumization are driving roughly seven percent annual growth.

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Vietnam’s New Personal Data Protection Rules – New Publication Out

06/25/2026

‘Vietnam’s New Personal Data Protection Rules: Compliance, Governance, and Risk Management Guide’, the latest publication from Vietnam Briefing and supported by Dezan Shira & Associates, is out now and available for free download through the Asia Briefing Publication Store.

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Employee Compensation During Layoffs, Retrenchment, and Business Restructuring in India

06/26/2026

Business restructuring, mergers and acquisitions, automation, cost optimization, and changing market conditions frequently require employers to reorganize their workforce.

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What Is the UAE Notice Period? A Guide for Employers and Employees

06/26/2026

Understand UAE notice period rules under the Labour Law, including standard notice periods, probation rules, resignation, termination, payment in lieu of notice, and employer compliance considerations.

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How to Hire Over-Age Workers in China: A Practical Guide for HR and In-House Counsel (Part II)

06/26/2026

New Interim Provisions resolve the legal ambiguity around hiring over-age workers in China, but compliance demands more than understanding the framework.

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Is a Variable Capital Company the Right Fund Structure for Your Singapore Investment Platform?

06/25/2026

Since its introduction in 2020, Singapore’s Variable Capital Company (VCC) regime has expanded the fund structuring options available to investment managers, family offices, and private capital investors, establishing platforms in Singapore.

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Choosing the Right Investment Structure to Maximize Corporate Tax Incentives in Vietnam

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Evaluate how investment structures, project design, and location affect corporate tax incentive eligibility for foreign investors entering Vietnam.

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Setting Up a Business in Hong Kong: What is the Full Cost? 

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Minimizing Contractual Risk in India: Essential Safeguards for Commercial Agreements

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EFTA–Vietnam FTA Concluded: Business Implications for Trade, Investment, and Market Access

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UAE E-Invoicing Pilot Is Live: Why Voluntary Adopters Should Move Before 2027

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The UAE’s e-invoicing pilot has moved the framework from preparation to live implementation. Businesses can now voluntarily onboard before mandatory deadlines apply, giving them a penalty-free window to test ASP integration, invoice data mapping, ERP workflows, and internal controls ahead of the 2027 rollout.

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