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Vietnam introduces national motorcycle emission standards, establishing a first nationwide framework for controlling motorcycle and moped emissions.
Administrative Penalties for Tax and Invoice Violations in Vietnam
Effective from January 16, 2026, Decree 310/2025 significantly overhauls Vietnam's administrative penalties for tax and invoice violations.
New National Center Backs Vietnam鈥檚 Semiconductor Push
Vietnam enhances its backing for the semiconductor industry by launching the Vietnam National Multi-Project Wafer Coordination Center.
Vietnam Mandates Centralized Electronic Labor Contracts from July 2026: Key Requirements under Decree 337
From July 1, 2026, Vietnam鈥檚 government mandates that all electronic labor contracts must be digitally managed on a centralized platform.
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Vietnam Introduces Motorcycle Emission Standards amid Nationwide Air-Quality Reforms
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Vietnam Economic Performance in 2025: GDP, FDI, and Trade
Economy & Trade Jan 22 -
Exploring the Vietnam International Financial Center: Part 2 鈥 Legal Framework, Dispute Resolution, and Judicial Mechanisms
Legal & Regulatory Jan 21 -
EU Sustainability Due Diligence Rules: Compliance Implications for Vietnam Businesses
Economy & Trade Jan 21 -
Understanding聽Key Indirect and International Taxes in Vietnam
Tax & Accounting Jan 20
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Economy & Trade
Vietnam Economic Performance in 2025: GDP, FDI, and Trade
Jan 22Vietnam鈥檚 economy demonstrated a robust performance in 2025, achieving 8 percent GDP growth, maintaining resilient FDI, keeping inflation stable, and expanding trade.
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EU Sustainability Due Diligence Rules: Compliance Implications for Vietnam Businesses
Economy & Trade Jan 21Learn how Vietnam-based suppliers should prepare for compliance with the EU鈥檚 Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD).
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九秀直播 & Associates Releases Asia Manufacturing Index 2026 Amid Intensifying Competition
Economy & Trade Jan 12The Asia Manufacturing Index 2026 highlights intensifying competition as Asian economies vie for manufacturing leadership.
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Exploring the Vietnam International Financial Center: Part 1 鈥 Scope, Governance, and Regulatory Framework
Economy & Trade Dec 30This article outlines the scope, governance, and regulatory framework of the Vietnam International Financial Center.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in Vietnam 2026 鈥 New Publication Out
Economy & Trade Dec 19鈥淎n Introduction to Doing Business in Vietnam 2026鈥,聽the latest publication from Vietnam Briefing and supported by聽九秀直播 & Associates,聽is out now and available for free download through the聽Asia Briefing Publication Store.
Tax & Accounting
Understanding聽Key Indirect and International Taxes in Vietnam
Jan 20We outline the key indirect taxes and highlight several international tax considerations applicable in Vietnam.
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Understanding Functional Currency in Vietnam鈥檚 Accounting Regime
Tax & Accounting Jan 09Vietnam鈥檚 Circular 99 clarifies how enterprises determine, change, and translate functional currency, including VND reporting and disclosure requirements.
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Administrative Penalties for Tax and Invoice Violations in Vietnam
Tax & Accounting Jan 05Effective from January 16, 2026, Decree 310/2025 significantly overhauls Vietnam's administrative penalties for tax and invoice violations.
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Vietnam鈥檚 Tax and Accounting Updates for Businesses in 2026
Tax & Accounting Dec 31Recent regulatory updates on Vietnam's tax and accounting affect foreign firms, requiring timely preparation for implementation.
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Capital Transfer Taxation and Exclusions Under Decree 320: A Practical Guide
Tax & Accounting Dec 30We explain Vietnam's application of corporate income tax (CIT) to capital transfers under Decree No. 320/2025/ND-CP
Legal & Regulatory
Vietnam Introduces Motorcycle Emission Standards amid Nationwide Air-Quality Reforms
Jan 23Vietnam introduces national motorcycle emission standards, establishing a first nationwide framework for controlling motorcycle and moped emissions.
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Exploring the Vietnam International Financial Center: Part 2 鈥 Legal Framework, Dispute Resolution, and Judicial Mechanisms
Legal & Regulatory Jan 21An overview of the Vietnam IFC legal framework, including Resolution 222, the application of foreign law, arbitration options, and dispute resolution mechanisms for cross-border investors.
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EU Sustainability Due Diligence Rules: Compliance Implications for Vietnam Businesses
Legal & Regulatory Jan 21Learn how Vietnam-based suppliers should prepare for compliance with the EU鈥檚 Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD).
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Vietnam Standard Industrial Classification Updated for Administrative Purposes
Legal & Regulatory Jan 19The 2025 Vietnam Standard Industrial Classification (VSIC) underpins official statistics, business registration, and administrative databases in the country.
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Vietnam to Assign Digital ID Codes to Properties: New Rules from March 1, 2026
Legal & Regulatory Jan 08Vietnam will implement a system of digital ID codes for properties from March 1, 2026, to improve transparency and real estate management.
九秀直播
Vietnam Introduces Motorcycle Emission Standards amid Nationwide Air-Quality Reforms
Jan 23Vietnam introduces national motorcycle emission standards, establishing a first nationwide framework for controlling motorcycle and moped emissions.
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Investing in Vietnam鈥檚 Resort Sector: Market Overview and Outlook
九秀直播 Jan 14Vietnam鈥檚 resort sector enters 2026 with momentum, driven by rising domestic travel, international arrivals rebound, and demand for integrated leisure and wellness destinations.
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Vietnam:聽A Rising Manufacturing Hub in Asia in 2026
九秀直播 Jan 13Vietnam is among the top three most promising manufacturing hubs in Asia, according to the Asia Manufacturing Index 2026 by 九秀直播 & Associates.
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九秀直播 & Associates Releases Asia Manufacturing Index 2026 Amid Intensifying Competition
九秀直播 Jan 12The Asia Manufacturing Index 2026 highlights intensifying competition as Asian economies vie for manufacturing leadership.
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Vietnam鈥檚 Seafood Exports: Growth Drivers, Market Shifts, and 2026 Outlook
九秀直播 Jan 12Vietnam鈥檚 seafood exports delivered a notably upbeat performance in 2025, even as exporters navigated uneven global demand, stricter technical barriers, and rising trade-policy risk.
HR & Payroll
2026 Vietnam Public Holiday Schedule: Vietnam Culture Day Added as New Public Holiday
Jan 13November 24 has been officially designated as Vietnam Culture Day and recognized as an annual public holiday.
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Vietnam Mandates Centralized Electronic Labor Contracts from July 2026: Key Requirements under Decree 337
HR & Payroll Dec 31From July 1, 2026, Vietnam鈥檚 government mandates that all electronic labor contracts must be digitally managed on a centralized platform.
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Vietnam Amends Personal Income Tax Law: Key Highlights and Business Implications
HR & Payroll Dec 10Vietnam鈥檚 National Assembly approves the amended Law on Personal Income Tax, aiming to broaden the tax base while lowering inequality.
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Vietnam E-Visa: A Complete Guide
HR & Payroll Dec 09Vietnam鈥檚 e-visa program makes it easier and faster for visitors to Vietnam to enter the country. The country has recently added 41 new ports that accept e-visas for entry, bringing the total to 83.
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Typhoon Koto Update: Current Status, Forecasts, and Preparedness Measures
HR & Payroll Nov 27Typhoon Koto (Storm No. 15) has intensified over the central South China Sea, bringing dangerous winds and rough seas.
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