Knowledge & Innovation
This category covers advancements in technology, education, and research, including startups, AI, fintech, and digital transformation. It highlights government policies on innovation, investment in R&D, and digital economy trends. As economies transition to knowledge-based industries, this section explores emerging technologies, automation, AI, and blockchain, showcasing how businesses and policymakers adapt to rapid innovation.
Vietnam Special Consumption Tax (SCT) 2026: Rates, Who Pays, & More
There are a number of taxes that foreign business owners in Vietnam should be aware of. One of these taxes is Vietnam’s special consumption tax which is particularly important for foreign proprietors of businesses like bars and nightclubs, hotels, and retail businesses broadly. With this in mind, this article runs through what this tax is, what it applies, and the key elements that apply to foreign business persons.
Vietnam Foreign Ownership Limits by Sector (2026 Update)
Vietnam has foreign ownership limits in a number of sectors. These sectors are outlined in Decree 31/2021/ND-CP which clarifies and adds detail to guidelines on foreign investment in Vietnam outlined in the Law on Investment 2020. All up there are 25 business lines in which no foreign investment is permitted and 59 business lines in which foreign investment is restricted.
Product Quality Self-Declarations in Vietnam 2026: Process & Requirements
Self-declaration is an important mechanism for speeding up the product registration process, particularly for non-high-risk food products. Here’s an overview of how the self-declaration process works and its requirements.
Vietnam News Today, March 02 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Exporter concerns shipping costs: Iran conflict, Impacts outbound tourism: Iran conflict, Stock market impacts: Iran conflict, EFTA + VN FTA negotiations, Settlement delays Vietnam stock exchange, HCMC labour shortage, Portugal opens Hanoi embassy, Vingroup foreign bond issuance, Bank credit to real estate sector, Japan confectionary maker new VN operations, Exchange rates impacting tourism, Jailbroken phone bank app halt, Another VinFast factory, Foreign CEOs at SOEs proposal, Exports to UK, Crude oil industry report January, Coffee exports, and more.
Food Safety Certification in Vietnam 2026: Compliance & Requirements
Food safety certification plays a vital role in Vietnam’s growing food industry, ensuring that businesses maintain high safety standards to protect consumers and meet regulatory requirements. Obtaining the appropriate certifications allows businesses to operate legally, improve their reputation, and compete in both local and international markets. Compliance with these certifications demonstrates a commitment to food safety and quality, contributing to the long-term success of the business and the overall safety of Vietnam’s food supply chain.
Vietnam News Today, February 27 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: LT Airport scale cost concerns: GS, Apostille Convention implementation deadline, Meta legal action Vietnam advertiser, Boeing stock on VN deals, 16m tonne steel plant proposal, Tourism sustainability calls, Thai firm bids on local sarsaparilla factory, Updates to Law on Geology and Minerals, EU fishing regs compliance review, Belgian ambassador meets with PM, Trade remedies ceramics Philippines, Germany’s KURZ expansion, Bad debts rising, Stock market Thursday, Exchange rates Thursday, Plastic product imports, Toy / sporting goods exports, and more.
Vietnam’s Pharmaceuticals Law 2026: Key Provisions & Enforcement
Vietnam’s Pharmaceuticals Law regulates the production, distribution, and use of pharmaceutical products to ensure their safety, efficacy, and quality. It establishes strict standards for drug registration, licensing, and compliance, and mandates oversight by the Ministry of Health to protect public health and promote the development of the domestic pharmaceutical industry.
Vietnam News Today, February 26 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Taiwan packaging firm factory lease, Government bond issue outcome, Food prices lower, FLC unpaid employee insurances, Deposit insurance increase proposal, Causes of land ownership cert. delays, SpaceX legal VN legal structure, Domestic satellite internet requirements, Bank interest rate norms divergence, GS on SOE / culture development, Is Vietnam’s New Steel Strategy Solving the Right Problem?, Stock market Wednesday, Exchange rates Wednesday, Imports from Malaysia, Exports to India, Update: Vietnam’s Supplements Market 2026, Update: Liquor Licences in Vietnam 2026, and more.
Vietnam News Today, February 25 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Egg import quotas, MPS allowed to produce fireworks, Savings accounts, German vaccine tech agreement, Nghe An car registrations 2025, Expectations after IEEPA tariff end, Gold market response God of Wealth Day, VN historical Boeing agreements, AI in Vietnam context, Post-Tet employee turnover minimal, Stock market Tuesday, Exchange rates Tuesday, Phone imports, Exports of iron and steel products, Natural gas production, Imports from South Korea, Updated: Vietnam’s Health Insurance Industry 2026, and more.
Vietnam News Today, February 24 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Airport contractor public status revocation, VinFast Chinese supplier expansion, Cultural industries development, Viettel chairman on telecommunications sector, Quang Ninh OKs VinSpeed US$5.6 billion rail project, Fake news crackdown, HCMC tourism revenue Tet, New local car brand, Thai fridge maker fined, Exports to Malaysia, Stock market Monday, Exchange rates Monday, Plastics imports, Phone exports, Updated: Vietnam Food Processing Industry 2026, Updated: Vietnam’s Cheese Market 2026, Updated: Vietnam’s Petroleum Industry, and more.
Vietnam News Today, February 23 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Canada furniture brand new HCMC office, South Korea tyre manufacturing expansion, Vietanm joins IEA, Real estate sector analysis, USA restricted list removal, Response to EU tax noncooperation list, Labour market Q1 growth forecast, YADEA electric bike factory, Antidumping duties shrimp, Mortgage rates reach 15 percent, Tourist arrivals from Europe January, Crude oil production, Imports from Taiwan, Exports to South Korea, Computer imports, Fruit and veg exports, Aluminium production, and more.
Average Salary in Indonesia 2026: Monthly & by Sector
Indonesia has a reputation for abundant low cost labour. This has been instrumental to its rise as a key global manufacturing hub. That said, wages can vary greatly across sectors and industries, and by region. This article discusses the average salary in Indonesia and provides a glimpse into what firms can realistically expect to pay their staff when starting a business in Indonesia.
Vietnam News Today, February 20 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Boeing deals USA, Gift card market report, Startup funding, Car sales 2026 forecast, South Korea-led LNG project approved, Medtech investment, Tasco chairman on car market, Wood exports, Powdered milk production, Imports from Japan, Updated: Gambling in Vietnam 2026: Laws, Casinos & Betting Landscape, Updated: Top Footwear Manufacturers in Vietnam 2026: Key Players & Global Brands, Yesterday’s Vietnam news roundup, and more.
Reform, Rhetoric, and Reality: Vietnam’s Latest Development Strategy Unpacked
There has been a lot said about the incoming National Congress’s reformist agenda; however, look a little closer, and many of the reforms proposed are surface-level only, lacking the depth needed to spark real, sustainable, rapid economic growth.
Vietnam News Today, February 19 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Texas lawsuit ‘Made in Vietnam’ claims, Finnish hydropower tech, Indian software maker market entry, New airline new CEO, Regulations AI customer service banking, SOE growth driver analysis, Labour market performance, Exports to Taiwan, Car imports, Plastic products exports, Updated: Vietnam’s Mining Industry 2026, Updated: Vietnam’s Health and Fitness Industry 2026, Updated: Vietnam Clothing Manufacturers Directory (2026), Yesterday’s Vietnam news roundup, and more.
Vietnam News Today, February 18 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: GS USA visit confirmed, Vietnam on EU tax blacklist, Startup development obstacles, Changes to Law on Construction, Direct flights Tel Aviv-Hanoi, MoC on real estate drivers 2026, Gasoline and oil production, Imports from India, Exports to Thailand, Updated: Vietnam’s Personal Data Protection Decree for Foreign Firms 2026, Updated: Vietnam Land Ports for Foreign Firms 2026, Updated: Electricity in Vietnam 2026, Yesterday’s Vietnam news roundup, and more.
Vietnam News Today, February 17 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Korean venture fund Vietnam chick chain, Automotive partnership VN-CN, Tax department corruption initiative, Biggest dividend payouts 2025, APEC construction through Tet break, Tourism growth drivers, Housing supply concentration, Retail market development analysis, Textile / footwear materials imports, Computer exports, Imports from USA, Updated: Vegetables in Vietnam 2026: Market Trends, Opportunities, Challenges, & Key Players, Yesterday’s news roundup, and more.
Vietnam’s Personal Data Protection Decree for Foreign Firms 2026
Vietnam’s Personal Data Protection Decree sets out comprehensive guidelines for foreign firms operating within the country to ensure robust protection of personal data. In addition, the decree establishes strict requirements for the transfer of personal data abroad. Depending on foreign firms’ operations in Vietnam, an understanding of this Decree could be crucial to ensuring a firm’s operations run smoothly. With this in mind, this article breaks down key sections of the Decree.
Average Wage in Thailand 2026: Insights, Trends, and Sector Breakdown
Thailand’s average salary is shaped by strong contrasts between urban and rural areas, with Bangkok and other major cities paying more than provincial regions. This article explores the minimum wage in Thailand including key insights, trends, and how it compares to other parts of Southeast Asia.
Vietnam News Today, February 16 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Privatisation agenda, Bamboo Airways Boeing, Long Thanh airport delays, Tax for foreign crypto trades, Cement industry woes, BIDV loans real estate projects halted, Citi growth forecast, MBS Securities currency forecast, Starlink trial approved, Stock market manipulation fines, Vietravel airlines rebrand, Crypto crash, Pork consumption, Data centre power prices, Exports to China, Petroleum products imports, Updated: How to Start a Business in Vietnam 2026: Culture, Permits, Locations & More, and more.
In today’s Vietnam news: GS TL on AI, Saigon Economic Times last issue, Fuel prices cut, Vinhomes issuing more bonds, Counterfeit Korean cosmetics store,
In today’s Vietnam news: Power supply imports, Hanoi boulevard project protests, Antidumping duties coming for boxes, Maersk container terminal project Hanoi, Vinpearl foreign investment,
In today’s Vietnam news: Credit limits removed for some major projects, Estonian web security company market entry, Vingroup’s Vuong becomes major shareholder LP Bank,
This is an interview with Chris Walker, a Vietnam Sourcing Expert with Vietnam Factory Tours how rising oil prices and the Middle East crisis are
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This is an interview with Dr Nuno F. Ribeiro, Associate Professor, International Tourism & Hospitality Management at Copenhagen Business College, formerly of RMIT Vietnam. It