ASIA BRIEFING

Economy & Trade

Maintaining Operations During Vietnam’s Fourth Wave of the Pandemic

08/05/2021

Vietnam Briefing highlights government directives and ways that businesses can ensure production during Vietnam's fourth wave of the pandemic.

US - Vietnam Reach Agreement on Currency, No Tariffs Imposed

08/03/2021

Vietnam reached an agreement with the US regarding its practices on currency, marking an end to the dispute, and for Vietnam no threat of tariffs.

Q&A: How to Set Up a Factory in Vietnam: From Location to Compliance

07/29/2021

In this Q&A with Dustin Daugherty, we look at steps to set up a factory in Vietnam, assessing a manufacturing location, and practical steps to do so.

Vietnam’s Hai Phong: An Industrial Gateway and Port City

07/27/2021

Vietnam's Hai Phong has quickly emerged as an investor's favorite due to its infrastructure, ports, industrial zones, and strategic location.

Investing in Ben Tre Province: What Investors Need to Know

07/23/2021

Ben Tre province has emerged as a strong contender for investors in the Mekong Delta calling for investments in renewables and hi-tech industries, among others.

Relocating Production: Comparing Vietnam and its Regional Peers

07/21/2021

Vietnam Briefing examines Vietnam as a China plus one alternate production location and compares it with its regional peers.

07/16/2021
Vietnam’s Transport Infrastructure Plan: 3 Proposals for Implementation

Vietnam Briefing
07/13/2021
Vietnam’s Economy, FDI Show Steady Growth but Fourth Wave a Concern

Vietnam Briefing
07/06/2021
Restructuring Your Vietnam Company to Survive, Stabilize, and Succeed

Vietnam Briefing
07/01/2021
Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island: A Key Investment Destination for the Tourism Industry

Vietnam Briefing
06/25/2021
Investing in Vietnam’s Dong Thap Province: 3 Key Drivers

Vietnam Briefing

Tax & Accounting

Reducing Business Costs in Vietnam amid the Pandemic

06/17/2021

Similar to last year, Vietnam has issued incentives for businesses affected by COVID-19. These include tax breaks and land fee payment deferrals.

Tax, Accounting, and Audit in Vietnam 2021 - New Publication from Dezan Shira & Associates

05/27/2021

Tax, Accounting, and Audit in Vietnam 2021, the latest publication from Dezan Shira & Associates, is out now and available for download.

Vietnam Issues Guidance on Electronic Tax Payment Transactions: Circular 19

05/20/2021

Vietnam recently issued Circular 19 guiding regulations on electronic tax transactions. Vietnam Briefing highlights the Circular's key points.

Vietnam Extends Deadline for Tax, Land Payments: Decree 52

04/27/2021

Vietnam issued Decree 52 deferring tax payments and land rentals for additional businesses affected by the pandemic. The Decree came into effect on April 19.

Personal Income Tax in Vietnam: Exemptions and Reductions

03/19/2021

Vietnam Briefing highlights tax exemptions and reductions for those tax residents that are subject to personal income tax in Vietnam.

Legal & Regulatory

Closing Your Business in Vietnam: Guidelines and Procedures

08/02/2021

When closing a business in Vietnam investors must be fully aware of the responsibilities they face in dissolving or terminating a company.

Cross-Border Advertising Services in Vietnam: Decree 70

07/30/2021

Vietnam issued Decree 70 adding new regulations related to cross-border advertising services. The Decree will take effect on September 15, 2021.

Common Restructuring Options for Businesses in Vietnam

07/14/2021

Restructuring your Vietnam business will ensure your company is more streamlined, risk resilient, agile, and competitive in the market.

Vietnam Establishes Research Group to Study Regulations on Cryptocurrencies

07/08/2021

Vietnam's finance ministry has established a research group to study and take an in-depth look at cryptocurrency-related policy proposals.

Vietnam’s Draft Decree on E-commerce: Impact on Foreign Investors

06/09/2021

As e-commerce continues its strong growth, the Vietnamese government has released a draft decree regulating e-commerce activities in Vietnam.

Vietnam Issues Guidance on Implementation of Law on Investment: Decree 31

06/03/2021

Vietnam's Decree 31 provides guidance on the sectors foreign investors are subject to market access restrictions while clarifying aspects of the investment law.

04/12/2021
Setting Up and Opening a Bank Account in Vietnam

Vietnam Briefing
03/24/2021
Vietnam Eases Enterprise Registration: Decree 1

Vietnam Briefing
02/23/2021
Optimizing Investments in Vietnam’s Conditional Sectors

Vietnam Briefing
12/08/2020
Intellectual Property in Vietnam: New Regulations on Document Signing

Vietnam Briefing
09/25/2020
Mergers and Acquisitions in Vietnam: An Introduction to Key Guidelines and Processes

Vietnam Briefing

Industries

Q&A: Electronics and Semiconductor Industry in Vietnam

07/02/2021

In this Q&A with Filippo Bortoletti, Senior Manager at Dezan Shira & Associates, we discuss the electronics and semiconductor industry in Vietnam.

Why Investors Should Consider Vietnam’s Electric Vehicle Market

06/29/2021

Vietnam Briefing highlights the electric vehicle market in Vietnam and the opportunities for investors despite the challenges.

Tax Incentives for Businesses Involved in Supporting Industries: Decree 57

06/24/2021

Vietnam recently issued Decree 57 for businesses involved in supporting industry projects to qualify for corporate income tax incentives.

How to Set Up an E-Commerce Business in Vietnam

06/15/2021

Vietnam Briefing provides a general outline of setting up an e-commerce business in Vietnam. Investors should also be aware of a draft decree on e-commerce, which will likely influence current regulations.