Vietnam maintains favorable tariff rates under the latest US executive order signed on July 31, 2025. Explore implications for exporters, transshipment rules, and how the 20 percent duty compares with regional competitors.
Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, passed a resolution on July 10, 2025, establishing a project list for underground infrastructure investment across the city. These projects are open to private investment, offering lucrative opportunities for prospective investors and developers.
Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), the economic heart of Vietnam and the primary business hub of the southern region, is entering a new development phase with a revised master plan that introduces six functional urban zones.
Vietnam’s economy posted 7.52 percent growth in the first half of 2025, driven by services and manufacturing, despite global trade tensions and US tariffs.
This article examines the implications of the Vietnam-US trade deald, the concerns expressed by the Vietnamese business community, and strategic responses to navigate the evolving trade landscape.
Backed by robust government support, abundant labor, and a rising number of foreign direct investment (FDI) projects, Thanh Hoa is becoming a preferred destination for investors seeking long-term, cost-efficient growth in the manufacturing and export sectors.
Vietnam’s On-Spot Export and Import Regime: Latest 2025 Updates
Vietnam Joins BRICS: Investment Opportunities in the Strategic Partnership
Da Nang Free Trade Zone: Implementation Plan, Incentives, and Investment Opportunities
Vietnam’s Retail and Commercial Real Estate Market in 2025
Inland Waterways in Vietnam: A Pathway to Efficient Transport Solutions
On June 14, 2025, Vietnam’s National Assembly passed the 2025 Law No. 66/2025/QH15 on Special Consumption Tax (SCT) to address remaining issues and resolve inconsistencies and overlaps with other regulations.
We explain what companies need to do regarding address updates for legal compliance following Vietnam’s provincial merger.
We examine the latest updates to Vietnam's Value-Added Tax (VAT) regime, effective on July 1, 2025. Recent clarifications outline several key adjustments and their implications under the new VAT law, including changes to compliance requirements for businesses.
This article outlines the key developments that stakeholders should be aware of in order to navigate Vietnam's tax and transfer pricing compliance effectively in 2025.
Vietnam's amended Corporate Income Tax (CIT) Law, effective October 1, 2025, moves away from location-based tax breaks and steers incentives towards priority industries, enterprise scale, and technological investment.
The Vietnam government has agreed to extend the 2 percent VAT reduction on specific goods and services till the end of 2026.
Vietnam Updates E-Invoice Regime: Circular 32 and Key Highlights for June 2025
Vietnam Plans Special Policies for Private Sector: Tax Incentives and Barrier Removals
Stuck in Vietnam? A Guide to Exit Delays Over Tax Obligations
Certificate of Origin in Vietnam: A Brief Guide on C/O Application
Invoice Compliance in Vietnam: Key Changes under Decree 70
As Vietnam accelerates its digital transformation, a new blockchain platform – NDAChain – emerges as a government-backed blockchain infrastructure, designed to enhance data protection, identity verification, and compliance.
Explore Vietnam's 2025 Employment Law changes, including data privacy, unemployment insurance reform, and reskilling initiatives.
The Amended Law on Enterprises 2025 introduces various regulatory reforms aimed at transparency, strengthening corporate governance, and ensuring Vietnam’s legal framework aligns with global anti-money laundering standards.
Effective from July 1, 2026, Vietnam Personal Data Protection Law establishes the country’s first comprehensive legal framework dedicated solely to the protection of personal data. The new law grants organizations a one-year transitional period to adapt their operations to comply with the updated legal requirements.
We explain what companies need to do regarding address updates for legal compliance following Vietnam’s provincial merger.
Vietnam’s revised Law on Product and Goods Quality, effective January 2026, introduces digital passports, stricter e-commerce oversight, and risk-based inspections to enhance product traceability and compliance.
Vietnam’s On-Spot Export and Import Regime: Latest 2025 Updates
Vietnam Passes First-Ever Law on Digital Technology Industry
Vietnam’s Special Investment Procedure: Implementation and Implications for Foreign Investors
Greenwashing in Vietnam: Assessing Legal Consequences and Future Direction
Guide to Setting Up a Retail Business in Vietnam
Da Nang is emerging as a top destination for high-tech investment in Vietnam, offering generous incentives, infrastructure upgrades, and talent support for semiconductor, AI, and innovation-driven sectors under Resolution No. 136/2024/QH15.
As ERP application continues to gain prominence in APAC, Vietnam is emerging as a fast-growing market, projected to reach a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.5 percent by 2030.
Amid rising US tariffs on key trading partners, Vietnam’s supporting industries are emerging as a strategic alternative for global manufacturers. This article examines how Vietnam’s supporting industries are poised to capitalize on global shifts.
Vietnam Briefing highlights Vietnam’s fast evolving garment and textile industry – its development, growth, and opportunities for investors.
This Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker offers the latest data, insights, and policy updates to keep foreign investors and analysts informed about the industry. It was last updated July 2025.
The Vietnamese beauty and personal care market continues to demonstrate robust growth, driven by a combination of strong economic recovery, rising consumer awareness, and the emergence of e-commerce.
Inland Waterways in Vietnam: A Pathway to Efficient Transport Solutions
Vietnam’s Data Regulations: Part 2- Draft Decree on Data-related Activities
Leveraging ERP for Operational Excellence in the Digital Age
Industrial Design Registration and Protection in Vietnam
Vietnam’s Wood Industry in 2025: Navigating Challenges and Seizing New Opportunities
While Vietnam's labor cost remains relatively competitive, its wages have been rising steadily. To provide businesses with an overview of Vietnam's labor market dynamics, we highlight the country's workforce statistics, wage growth trends, and sector-specific earnings.
Explore Vietnam's 2025 Employment Law changes, including data privacy, unemployment insurance reform, and reskilling initiatives.
Learn how Vietnam’s visa reforms in 2025 make travel and long-term residence easier for investors, professionals, and tourists.
On July 19, 2025, Vietnam’s Prime Minister issued Directive No. 112/CD-TTg, calling on all ministries, agencies, and affected provinces to urgently prepare for Typhoon Wipha – Vietnam’s third and potentially most dangerous storm this year.
Vietnam is prone to several typhoons every year. Vietnam Briefing discusses the key risks and how businesses can prepare for the typhoon season.
The magazine compiles and analyzes key data on Vietnam’s labor force, introduces strategies for attracting and retaining talent, and outlines important legal and policy updates for 2025.
E-ID Registration Guide for Foreign Residents in Vietnam
Vietnam to Require Corporate e-ID for Digital Procedures from July 1, 2025
Vietnam’s Regional Minimum Wage Effective from July 1, 2025
Amended Vietnamese Nationality Law: Key Updates for Foreign Workers
Foreign Employees in Vietnam: Proposal to Streamline Work Permit Application