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Economy & Trade

Ho Chi Minh City Approves 2025–2050 Master Plan: What Investors Should Know

11/13/2026

Explore Ho Chi Minh City’s 2025–2050 Master Plan, its five growth zones, and what investors should check when choosing sites for factories, warehouses, or offices.

Vietnam’s Registered FDI Rises 74 Percent to US$54.85 Billion in January–October 2026

11/09/2026

Vietnam’s registered FDI rose 74% to US$54.85 billion in January–October 2026. See which sectors and investor economies led, and how much capital was disbursed.

Vietnam’s Digital Economy Set to Reach US$49 Billion in 2026

11/05/2026

Vietnam’s digital economy is forecast to grow 20% to US$49 billion in 2026. See what e-commerce, AI adoption, and digital payments mean for investors.

Vietnam–EFTA FTA: How Should Cross-Border Investors View the Deal

11/04/2026

Explore Vietnam–EFTA FTA investment rules, market access, and protection limits, plus licensing and capital flow considerations for foreign investors.

Vietnam’s Trade Tops US$1 Trillion in 10 Months: What It Means for Foreign Investors

11/03/2026

Vietnam’s record trade turnover highlights its manufacturing scale and reliance on imported inputs. We examine the implications for sourcing, investment, and export compliance.

Vietnam Signs EFTA Trade Agreement: What Businesses Should Prepare For

10/22/2026

Vietnam’s newly signed EFTA agreement opens opportunities across four European markets. Businesses should assess tariff schedules, origin eligibility, and implementation timing before revising sourcing or export plans.

Tax & Accounting

How Does Circular 95 Change Tax Treaty Claims and APAs in Vietnam?

11/11/2026

Circular 95/2026/TT-BTC reshapes Vietnam's tax treaty claims, beneficial ownership tests, PE rules, MAP, and APAs

Vietnam Reduces CIT Payable by 30% in 2026–2027 for Eligible Enterprises with Revenue of Up to VND 10 Billion

11/05/2026

Vietnam reduces CIT payable by 30 percent for eligible firms with annual revenue up to VND 10 billion in 2026–2027. Learn the conditions and proposed claiming rules.

Vietnam Removed from EU Tax Blacklist: Implications for Businesses

10/12/2026

The EU has removed Vietnam from its list of non-cooperative tax jurisdictions, citing progress in tax transparency reforms. While the move improves Vietnam's international tax standing, businesses should continue monitoring compliance and reporting obligations as the country remains under review in Annex II.

Vietnam Tax Update: Tax Department Clarifies VAT Refund Risk Assessment

09/29/2026

Vietnam’s Tax Department has clarified when supplier and supply-chain risk alerts warrant further checks during VAT refund processing, and when eligible portions of a claim should proceed.

Vietnam’s Circular 38: What Foreign Investors Need to Know About Investment Capital Accounts

09/25/2026

Circular 38 changes Vietnam’s investment capital account rules. Review the implications for capital contributions, M&A payments and profit remittances.

Tax Obligations for Resident and Non-Resident Property Owners in Vietnam

09/23/2026

Foreign property owners in Vietnam, both resident and non-resident, are required to adhere to the same tax regulations as Vietnamese citizens.

Legal & Regulatory

Vietnam’s 2026 Urban Development Law: What Strategic Investors Need to Know

11/13/2026

Vietnam’s 2026 Urban Development Law sets rules for strategic investors. See which projects qualify, how much equity is required, and what incentives apply.

Vietnam’s Decree 401 on Digital Technology Industry Penalties

11/12/2026

Vietnam’s Decree 401 takes effect on 22 December 2026. See which violations carry fines of up to VND 200 million and what digital technology businesses should check now.

Vietnam’s International Payment Rules: What Circular 39 Means for Foreign Credit Institutions

11/11/2026

Learn how Vietnam’s Circular 39 lets non-resident foreign credit institutions make customer payments through local banks under a written agreement.

Vietnam Expands Copyright Office’s Enforcement Role: What Platforms Need to Know

10/22/2026

Vietnam’s Cultural Industries and Copyright Office has an expanded mandate to handle infringements and require online content removal. Businesses should review platform obligations, licensing records, and response procedures.

Vietnam Government Procurement Under Decree 374: A Guide for Foreign Bidders

10/22/2026

Taking effect on 14 November 2026, Decree 374 governs covered procurement under the CPTPP, EVFTA and UKVFTA. Foreign businesses should assess treaty coverage, participation conditions, preferences and submission requirements before bidding.

Vietnam’s Decree 330: New Enforcement Risks and Compliance Priorities for Businesses

10/15/2026

Vietnam Decree 330 sets cybersecurity and data protection penalties. Explore enforcement risks and practical compliance steps for foreign investors.

Industries

Vietnam’s Decree 401 on Digital Technology Industry Penalties

11/12/2026

Vietnam’s Decree 401 takes effect on 22 December 2026. See which violations carry fines of up to VND 200 million and what digital technology businesses should check now.

Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker: September 2026 Update

10/07/2026

The Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker provides the latest data, industrial production indicators, and export performance insights to help investors monitor Vietnam’s fast-evolving manufacturing landscape.

Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker: September 2026 Update

10/07/2026

The Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker provides the latest data, industrial production indicators, and export performance insights to help investors monitor Vietnam’s fast-evolving manufacturing landscape.

Vietnam’s Carbon Market: Compliance Lessons from the EU ETS

09/17/2026

Vietnam’s carbon market is now operational. Learn how businesses should prepare for allowance shortfalls, emissions reporting, carbon credits, and EU CBAM exposure.

Vietnam’s New Development Model: What Resolution 19-NQ/TW Means for Foreign Investment Strategy

09/10/2026

Explore how Vietnam’s Resolution 19 could affect foreign investment, incentives, location strategy, technology, sustainability, and operating models.

Ho Chi Minh City Retail Market 2026: Opportunities for Foreign Brands and Investors

08/24/2026

Ho Chi Minh City’s retail market remained resilient in early 2026, with high occupancy and leasing demand led by F&B and fashion. We examine rents, locations, growth segments, entry structures, and the due diligence required before launch.

HR & Payroll

Vietnam Minimum Wage in 2027: New Regional Rates and Payroll Changes from January 1

11/10/2026

Vietnam’s minimum wage rises on 1 January 2027. Compare monthly and hourly rates by region and see what employers need to update before January payroll.

Vietnam Public Holidays 2027: Tet Dates and Employer Guide

11/06/2026

See Vietnam’s 2027 public holiday calendar, Tet dates, and employer rules for advance notice, replacement rest days, and holiday overtime pay.

Hiring Vietnamese Staff: New Rules for Foreign Organisations Under Decree 371

11/03/2026

From 15 November 2026, Decree 371 revises recruitment and reporting duties for specified foreign organisations employing Vietnamese staff. Learn who is covered and which deadlines apply.

Vietnam Expands VNeID Access for Foreigners Under Decree 320

09/14/2026

Vietnam expands VNeID access for foreigners from 28 September 2026. Learn who can apply, how to register, key deadlines, and what employers must do.

Vietnam Foreign Worker Penalties Under Decree 283

09/03/2026

Vietnam’s Decree 283 takes effect on 10 September 2026, updating the penalty framework for foreign-worker violations. Employers should review work authorisations, assignments, notification duties, and document-return procedures.

Working in Vietnam as a Foreign Employee: Visas, Work Permits, Tax, and Social Insurance in 2026

08/27/2026

Understand Vietnam’s visa, work permit, tax, social insurance, employment contract, and leave requirements for foreign workers in 2026.

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