ASIA BRIEFING

Economy & Trade

Renminbi Rising: What Foreign Firms in Vietnam Should Know

05/31/2023

The Chinese Yuan is becoming more and more popular in international transactions as the United States dollar appreciates. Here’s what this looks like in ASEAN and Vietnam.

Brazil President, Vietnam PM Talk Trade on G7 Sidelines

05/26/2023

The leaders of Vietnam and Brazil have discussed trade on the sidelines of the G7. Here's what trade looks like between these two nations at the start of 2023.

Vietnam’s Imports-Exports Down 8.5% in April

05/24/2023

Vietnam Customs has released its import-export data for April 2023. Here’s what it says.

EU Regulations to Combat Deforestation and Impact on Vietnam

05/15/2023

The implementation of new EU regulations aimed at combating deforestation could have a significant impact on Vietnam's agricultural exports to Europe. Here's what that might look like.

Vietnam Showcases Agricultural Exports at Italian Trade Show

05/11/2023

Vietnam-Italy two-way trade continues to grow on the back of the EVFTA. Here’s what it looks like at the start of 2023.

How the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism Impacts Vietnam

05/08/2023

The EU has legislated a carbon border adjustment mechanism (CBAM). Here's how this new carbon tax may impact Vietnam.

05/04/2023
Vietnam Adds US$3.4 Billion in FDI in April

Vietnam Briefing
05/01/2023
EU Trade Ties with Vietnam Heating Up Marked by Czech PM Visit After 15 Years

Vietnam Briefing
04/25/2023
Vietnam’s Provincial Competitiveness Index 2022: Key Takeaways

Vietnam Briefing
04/20/2023
Vietnam-Israel FTA Negotiations Complete, Trade Boost Expected

Vietnam Briefing
04/18/2023
What’s Driving Increasing Car Imports in Vietnam?

Vietnam Briefing

Tax & Accounting

Tax Obligations for Non-Resident Property Owners in Vietnam

05/19/2023

Dezan Shira and Associates’ tax expert, Thang Vu, talks tax reporting obligations of foreigners who own rental properties in Vietnam.

What a Sugar Tax Might Mean for Foreign Firms in Vietnam

05/16/2023

Vietnam's Ministry of Finance (MoF) is actively considering the implementation of a sugar tax to tackle obesity in the country and boost revenue.

Progress Report: Vietnam's Response to the Global Minimum Tax

05/05/2023

The global minimum tax will soon come into force in a number of jurisdictions. Here's where Vietnam is at in terms of its response.

VAT Reduction in Vietnam from 10 to 8 Percent Expected After Government Approval

04/27/2023

The Vietnamese government has proposed a reduction in VAT tax to address the current economic challenges. Here's where it's at and what it could mean for foreign firms.

Vietnam Extends VAT, CIT, PIT, and Land Rent Deadlines

04/21/2023

Temporary tax relief is available for businesses in Vietnam in the form of tax deadline extensions. Here's what foreign firms need to know.

Compliance, Labor, and Tax Due Dates in Vietnam (2023)

12/23/2022

Here’s a list of all the key compliance, labor, and tax due dates in Vietnam.

11/07/2022
Foreign Contractor Tax in Vietnam: A Complete Guide for 2023

Vietnam Briefing
11/01/2022
Special Consumption Tax in Vietnam (2023)

Vietnam Briefing
06/16/2022
Vietnam’s E-invoice Implementation: Prepare for July 2022

Vietnam Briefing
06/08/2022
Vietnam Extends CIT, VAT, Land Rent Payment to Aid Business Recovery

Vietnam Briefing
05/20/2022
Tax, Accounting, and Audit in Vietnam 2022 - New Publication from Dezan Shira & Associates

Vietnam Briefing

Legal & Regulatory

How to Register a Trademark in Vietnam

05/22/2023

Intellectual property can be crucial to a firm's success. Here's what foreign firms need to know about registering trademarks in Vietnam.

Vietnam Government Approves Power Development Plan 8

05/17/2023

Vietnam's government has approved the Power Development Plan 8 after a number of drafts and revisions. Here are its key features and highlights.

Settling Business Disputes: Commercial Arbitration in Vietnam

05/09/2023

Commercial arbitration is legislated in Vietnam. Here's a breakdown of the law and what foreign firms should know.

Vietnam’s Personal Data Protection Decree: A Quick Guide

05/03/2023

Foreign investors should take note of the provisions in Decree No. 13/2023/ND-CP, which provides guidelines on personal data protection in Vietnam.

Understanding Franchise Agreements in Vietnam

04/28/2023

Franchising is an avenue many businesses have used as an entry strategy in Vietnam. Here's what firms that wish to pursue this option should know.

Everything You Need to Know About Traveling to Vietnam with an APEC Business Travel Card

04/24/2023

Earlier this month, Decision No. 9/2023/QD-TTg was issued regulating travel to Vietnam with an APEC Business Travel Card. Here's what it says.

03/06/2023
EU Due Diligence Directive and Supply Chains in Vietnam

Vietnam Briefing
02/13/2023
8 Regulations and Policies Supporting Startups in Vietnam

Vietnam Briefing
02/07/2023
Explainer: Vietnam’s Second Land Rent Cut for Groups Affected by COVID-19

Vietnam Briefing
12/15/2022
IP in Vietnam: One Little Pig and a Big Bad Lawsuit

Vietnam Briefing
11/30/2022
Permanent Court of Arbitration Opens New Office in Hanoi

Vietnam Briefing

Industries

Northern Vietnam Industrial Parks: Benefits and Challenges

05/30/2023

In this article the Vietnam-Briefing explores what to expect when establishing a manufacturing plant or factory in one of northern Vietnam’s industrial parks.

Microinsurance in Vietnam: An Industry Overview

05/29/2023

Microinsurance is gaining significant traction in Vietnam. Despite low product value, the potential is lucrative across a mass customer base.

Vietnam’s Electricity Sector: Challenges and Prospects for Foreign Investment

05/23/2023

Vietnam's electricity sector needs investment and lots of it. Here’s an overview of how it's developing and a rundown of what foreign investors should know.

The Rise of Additive Manufacturing in Vietnam

05/12/2023

Additive manufacturing in Vietnam is developing alongside similar sectors in the rest of the region. Here's what that looks like.

Corporate Cybersecurity Issues in Vietnam and How to Address Them

05/10/2023

Cyber threats are common around the world and Vietnam is no exception. Here’s how firms can protect themselves against cyber threats in Vietnam.

Vietnam’s Banking Sector: Opportunities and Risks for Foreign Investors

05/02/2023

Vietnam’s banking sector is seeing increasing potential for mergers and acquisitions as domestic banks seek foreign capital to address challenges. We discuss the opportunities and risks for foreign stakeholders.