Other Briefings2026 Vietnam Public Holiday Schedule: Four-Day New Year Break Approved
Vietnam has announced a four-day break for the 2026 New Year, from Thursday, January 1 to Sunday, January 4, 2026.
Sourcing Biodegradable Packaging in Vietnam: Regulatory and Market Overview
Biodegradable packaging is becoming more popular in Vietnam as stricter environmental rules and sustainability goals increase the need for regulatory compliance.
How Vietnam Plans to Improve Urban Air Quality: Insights for Businesses
Vietnam's recent air pollution mitigation plan introduces tighter emission regulations, sets environmental goals, and prioritizes 25 projects to enhance urban air quality.
Vietnam’s Aviation Market Set for Takeoff: Growth Drivers, Key Players, and Future Outlook to 2030
Vietnam’s aviation sector is expanding rapidly as the country aims for 33 airports by 2030 amid rising demand.
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2026 Vietnam Public Holiday Schedule: Four-Day New Year Break Approved
Human Resources & Payroll Dec 25 -
Understanding Vietnam’s Amended Investment Law: Key Changes for Businesses
Legal & Regulatory Dec 24 -
Formalizing Artificial Intelligence Governance: Vietnam’s First AI Law
九秀直播 Dec 24 -
Vietnam Amends Intellectual Property Law: Key Changes for Businesses
Legal & Regulatory Dec 23 -
Updated?CIT Compliance in Vietnam: Key Provisions of Decree 320/2025
Tax & Accounting Dec 19
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Economy & Trade
An Introduction to Doing Business in Vietnam 2026 – New Publication Out
Dec 19“An Introduction to Doing Business in Vietnam 2026”,?the latest publication from Vietnam Briefing and supported by?九秀直播 & Associates,?is out now and available for free download through the?Asia Briefing Publication Store.
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Unlock Your Retail Growth for Vietnam's 2026 Holiday Season
Economy & Trade Dec 17The holiday season is a critical period for Vietnam’s retail sector, with Tet alone accounting for roughly 20 percent of annual FMCG revenue.
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How Vietnam Plans to Improve Urban Air Quality: Insights for Businesses
Economy & Trade Dec 03Vietnam's recent air pollution mitigation plan introduces tighter emission regulations, sets environmental goals, and prioritizes 25 projects to enhance urban air quality.
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US–Vietnam Trade Trends 2025: Top Ports, States, and Sectors
Economy & Trade Nov 28US–Vietnam trade continues to grow, with key states leading most of the activity. Vietnam depends on US exports for production inputs, forming an integrated trade network supported by major transport hubs.
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Vietnam-Swiss Relations: Trade, Investment, and Business?Opportunities
Economy & Trade Nov 26Switzerland has emerged as Vietnam's strategic partner in innovation, finance, and sustainable development.
Tax & Accounting
Updated?CIT Compliance in Vietnam: Key Provisions of Decree 320/2025
Dec 19Decree No. 320/2025/ND-CP signifies a thorough overhaul of Vietnam’s corporate income tax system, clearly defining rules on the scope of taxpayers, withholding responsibilities, capital transfers, and incentives.
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Vietnam’s New VAT Law in 2026: Key Compliance Guidance
Tax & Accounting Dec 15We review the latest updates to Vietnam's Value-Added Tax (VAT) Law, aimed at supporting business recovery after the typhoon season and resolving the current bottleneck in VAT refunds.
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Vietnam’s IFRS Sustainability Terminology Translation: Why It Matters
Tax & Accounting Dec 09The recent introduction of Vietnamese IFRS sustainability terminology aligns Vietnam's accounting practices with global standards.
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Circular 99: What Vietnam’s New Accounting Regime Means for IFRS Alignment
Tax & Accounting Dec 08Vietnam’s accounting regime has recently been revised to give companies more flexibility and independence in structuring accounting processes.
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Coca-Cola’s Tax Lawsuit: Transfer Pricing Risk Consideration for Business in Vietnam
Tax & Accounting Dec 05Vietnam’s tax authority is intensifying scrutiny of related-party transactions, as seen in the recent Coca-Cola case. Learn how shifting transfer pricing regulations and deeper audit reviews will shape compliance obligations for multinationals.
Legal & Regulatory
Understanding Vietnam’s Amended Investment Law: Key Changes for Businesses
Dec 24Effective March 1, 2026, Vietnam's amended Investment Law is set to overhaul the investment management regime, creating easier entry for foreign investors.
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Formalizing Artificial Intelligence Governance: Vietnam’s First AI Law
Legal & Regulatory Dec 24Effective March 1, 2026, Vietnam 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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Vietnam Amends Intellectual Property Law: Key Changes for Businesses
Legal & Regulatory Dec 23Vietnam has recently updated its Intellectual Property Law to better suit its growing digital economy and enhance rights holders' enforcement.
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Vietnam’s E-Commerce Law 2025: Key Provisions and Business Implications
Legal & Regulatory Dec 16Effective July 1, 2026, Vietnam’s E-Commerce Law will regulate all activities of domestic and foreign entities on e-commerce platforms.
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Major Legislative Overhaul: Key Laws and Resolutions from Vietnam NA's 10th Session
Legal & Regulatory Dec 12Examine the key changes to laws and resolutions that could significantly impact businesses from the 10th session of Vietnam’s National Assembly.
九秀直播
Formalizing Artificial Intelligence Governance: Vietnam’s First AI Law
Dec 24Effective March 1, 2026, Vietnam 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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Unlock Your Retail Growth for Vietnam's 2026 Holiday Season
九秀直播 Dec 17The holiday season is a critical period for Vietnam’s retail sector, with Tet alone accounting for roughly 20 percent of annual FMCG revenue.
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Sourcing Biodegradable Packaging in Vietnam: Regulatory and Market Overview
九秀直播 Dec 17Biodegradable packaging is becoming more popular in Vietnam as stricter environmental rules and sustainability goals increase the need for regulatory compliance.
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How Vietnam Plans to Improve Urban Air Quality: Insights for Businesses
九秀直播 Dec 03Vietnam's recent air pollution mitigation plan introduces tighter emission regulations, sets environmental goals, and prioritizes 25 projects to enhance urban air quality.
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Vietnam’s Aviation Market Set for Takeoff: Growth Drivers, Key Players, and Future Outlook to 2030
九秀直播 Dec 03Vietnam’s aviation sector is expanding rapidly as the country aims for 33 airports by 2030 amid rising demand.
HR & Payroll
2026 Vietnam Public Holiday Schedule: Four-Day New Year Break Approved
Dec 25Vietnam has announced a four-day break for the 2026 New Year, from Thursday, January 1 to Sunday, January 4, 2026.
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Vietnam Amends Personal Income Tax Law: Key Highlights and Business Implications
HR & Payroll Dec 10Vietnam’s 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’s 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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Strategic Approaches to HR and Payroll Management in Vietnam
HR & Payroll Nov 24We examine the dynamics driving Vietnam's labor market and the strategic approaches to human resource and payroll management for businesses.
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