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Vietnam is accelerating the digitalization of its tax administration system, aiming for better control and smoother compliance for all taxpayers.
Driving Innovation: Vietnam’s PPP Framework for Science, Tech, and Digital Transformation
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Vietnam’s Rising Purchasing Power: 2024 Household Living Standards Survey
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Vietnam’s Tax Digitalization Progress in 2025: Highlights for Businesses
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Malaysia-Vietnam Aim for US$20 Billion in Two-Way Trade
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Vietnam Draft AI Law: Regulatory Milestone and Business Implications
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Hai Phong Free Trade Zone: Implementation, Incentives and Opportunities
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US-Vietnam Framework for Trade Agreement: Key Terms and Expectations
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Economy & Trade
Malaysia-Vietnam Aim for US$20 Billion in Two-Way Trade
Oct 30Malaysia and Vietnam have become pivotal trade connections between each other and global supply chains broadly. Here’s how trade works between these two burgeoning Southeast Asian economies.
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Hai Phong Free Trade Zone: Implementation, Incentives and Opportunities
Economy & Trade Oct 29Hai Phong Free Trade Zone, officially established on October 16, 2025, is poised to be a vital growth engine for Vietnam's economy.
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US-Vietnam Framework for Trade Agreement: Key Terms and Expectations
Economy & Trade Oct 28The US-Vietnam Framework for an Agreement on Reciprocal, Fair, and Balanced Trade outlines a deeper integration plan beyond tariff changes.
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Vietnam-Finland Ties Upgraded to Strategic Partnership: Trade, Investment, and New Opportunities
Economy & Trade Oct 27Vietnam and Finland elevate ties to a Strategic Partnership, with economic and innovation collaborations playing a key role.
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New Horizons for Trade and Investment between Vietnam and Scandinavian Countries
Economy & Trade Oct 21Vietnam and Scandinavian countries deepen trade and investment ties in 2025, focusing on green growth, innovation, and sustainable partnerships.
Tax & Accounting
Vietnam’s Tax Digitalization Progress in 2025: Highlights for Businesses
Oct 31Vietnam is accelerating the digitalization of its tax administration system, aiming for better control and smoother compliance for all taxpayers.
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Vietnam Tax Compliance in 2025: What Newcomers Should Do?
Tax & Accounting Oct 22Stay informed on Vietnam tax compliance in 2025, from corporate income tax and VAT changes to internal control strategies.
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Vietnam’s Evolving Tax Regime: Compliance with New CIT, VAT, and Invoicing Rules
Tax & Accounting Oct 09The magazine explores 2025 tax regime reforms reshaping compliance for investors, including new CIT Law, revised VAT, and invoicing rules.
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Global Minimum Tax Implementation in Vietnam: Key Features of Decree 236
Tax & Accounting Sep 05We outline key provisions of Vietnam's Decree No. 236/2025/ND-CP, which guides the country's global minimum tax (GMT) implementation.
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E-Invoice Compliance in 2025: Regulations, Requirements, and Best Practices
Tax & Accounting Aug 08Vietnam mandates the use of electronic invoice (e-invoice) for all taxpayers. This article provides essential guidance and notes the step-by-step compliance requirements for businesses implementing e-invoicing.
Legal & Regulatory
Vietnam Draft AI Law: Regulatory Milestone and Business Implications
Oct 29Vietnam Draft AI Law introduces one of the world’s first comprehensive AI regulatory frameworks, outlining risk-based classifications, compliance requirements, innovation incentives, and strategic opportunities for businesses.
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How Cross-Border Data and IP Disputes Impact Vietnam’s Digital Transformation
Legal & Regulatory Oct 22Technology disputes in Asia, from data-transfer conflicts and AI-governance gaps to IP and e-commerce liability, are influencing the mechanics of Vietnam’s digital economy.
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Capital Contribution in Vietnam: A Brief Guide for Business Setups
Legal & Regulatory Oct 07Capital contribution is a key step for foreign investors in Vietnam, with strict rules on timelines, procedures, and compliance. Careful preparation helps avoid costly mistakes.
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Vietnam Standard Industrial Classification Updated for Administrative Purposes
Legal & Regulatory Oct 06The 2025 Vietnam Standard Industrial Classification (VSIC) underpins official statistics, business registration, and administrative databases in the country.
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Vietnam to Simplify Administrative Procedures for Foreign Affairs
Legal & Regulatory Oct 03Vietnam’s MoFA streamlines administrative procedures in 2025, cutting compliance time for visas, conferences, and foreign organizations.
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Vietnam Draft AI Law: Regulatory Milestone and Business Implications
Oct 29Vietnam Draft AI Law introduces one of the world’s first comprehensive AI regulatory frameworks, outlining risk-based classifications, compliance requirements, innovation incentives, and strategic opportunities for businesses.
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Hai Phong Free Trade Zone: Implementation, Incentives and Opportunities
九秀直播 Oct 29Hai Phong Free Trade Zone, officially established on October 16, 2025, is poised to be a vital growth engine for Vietnam's economy.
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Vietnam’s Toy Market: An Overview 2025
九秀直播 Oct 24In this article the Vietnam Briefing looks at Vietnam's toy market and the challenges and opportunities it presents for foreign firms.
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Vietnam Rubber Industry: Production, Performance, and Potentials
九秀直播 Oct 20Vietnam’s rubber industry, a key and resilient part of its agriculture, remains vital to export earnings and industrial supply chains.
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Green Incentives and Preferable Policies in Vietnam: An Overview for Investors
九秀直播 Oct 13Vietnam is expanding a suite of green incentives aimed at accelerating the transition toward a low-carbon economy.
HR & Payroll
2026 Vietnam Public Holiday Schedule: Tet and National Day Plans Approved
Oct 14Vietnam has officially announced the 2026 public holiday plan for the Lunar New Year (Tet) and National Day.
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Hanoi Issues Guidance on Work Permit Procedures for Foreign Employees
HR & Payroll Sep 10The Hanoi Department of Home Affairs has provided detailed guidance on work permit procedures for foreign employees to support the implementation of Decree No. 219/2025/ND-CP.
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Typhoon Kajiki to Make Landfall in Central Vietnam
HR & Payroll Aug 25Typhoon Kajiki, the fifth storm to hit Vietnam this year, is forecast to make landfall in Central Vietnam on the afternoon of August 25. Alerts have been raised due to its high-speed characteristics and steady strengthening like Typhoon Yagi.
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Typhoon Season in Vietnam: How to Prepare Your Business
HR & Payroll Aug 25Vietnam is prone to several typhoons every year. Vietnam Briefing discusses the key risks and how businesses can prepare for the typhoon season.
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Hanoi Announces Road Closures Ahead of National Day Parade
HR & Payroll Aug 22Hanoi authorities have announced extensive road closures, partial bans, and traffic restrictions from August 21 to September 2, 2025, to facilitate parades, rehearsals, and celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day (September 2).
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