A different perspective on Vietnam’s economy and doing business in Vietnam. Make sure to subscribe.
Can LNG really save Vietnam-US trade?
Key Challenges in Vietnam-US Trade Negotiations: Unpacked
Vietnam’s Private Sector Development Push: Unpacked
Vietnam’s Aviation Industry: State of Play 2025
Vietnam and the Middle Income Trap: Unpacked
Vietnam’s 8 Percent GDP Growth Target: Unpacked
Buy More, Sell Less: Tackling Vietnam’s Trade Surplus with the US
Is Vietnam the Next Asian Tiger Economy?
What Recent Traffic Reforms Say About Doing Business in Vietnam
Building An International Financial Centre in Vietnam: Unpacked
Vietnam’s Economy in 2024: A Brief Recap
What to Watch Now Google Has An Office in Vietnam
Does Vietnam Have a Private Consumption Problem Too?
Tag: business operations
Business operations refers to the day-to-day activities and processes that organisations undertake to function efficiently and achieve their goals. This includes everything from hiring and managing staff, overseeing supply chains, handling compliance and legal issues, managing facilities, to refining internal workflows and performance. In the context of Vietnam and Southeast Asia, it also involves navigating local regulations, cultural considerations, and administrative requirements. This tag covers articles that help businesses understand how to operate effectively, sustainably, and profitably in diverse market conditions.
Doing Business in Vietnam: Events Directory 2025 | May 8 Update
This is a free directory of events for foreign firms doing business in Vietnam.
Sanctions: EU to target Vietnamese companies aiding Russian sanctions evasion
For the first time, the European Union plans to sanction a Vietnamese company for allegedly assisting Russia in bypassing trade restrictions, as part of its 17th sanctions package since the Ukraine invasion, the Financial Times is reporting.
Value Added Tax in Vietnam 2025: Rates, Exemptions & Who Pays
There are a number of taxes that foreign business owners in Vietnam should be aware of. One of these taxes is Vietnam’s value-added tax which is particularly important for foreign retail businesses. With this in mind, this article runs through what this tax is, what it applies to, and the key elements that apply to foreign business persons.
Tax in Vietnam: Overview 2025
There are a number of taxes that foreign business owners in Vietnam should be aware of. Most prominent among them are Vietnam’s Personal Income Tax, Corporate Income Tax, Value Added Tax, and Special Consumption Tax. A basic understanding of these taxes can make dealing with local accountants and tax professionals much easier.
Vietnam Special Consumption Tax (SCT) 2025: 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 Visa Guide 2025: Types, Application & Requirements
Visas in Vietnam are codified in the Law on Entry, Exit, Transit, and Residence of Foreigners in Vietnam. This law can be very nuanced and it is not unusual for interpretations of the law to differ between provincial immigration departments. That said, this Quick Read runs through the basics a foreign firm or individual would need to know in most normal circumstances including the types of visa, the length of stay, and how to apply for a visa in Vietnam.
Vietnam’s Personal Data Protection Decree for Foreign Firms 2025
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…
Bad debts to see well-known Vietnam ship-restaurant to go under the hammer
The HCM City Property Auction Service Center is set to auction the debt of Hao Huy Trading Company Limited to recover nearly VND 134 billion (US$5.24 million) owed to Vietnam’s Agribank. The debt is secured by the well-known Elisa ship restaurant anchored at the foot of Nguyen Hue Boulevard in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, Tuoi Tre is reporting.
Vietnam local broadcasters in crisis as staff go unpaid for months
Staff at An Giang and Can Tho Radio and Television Stations have publicly petitioned provincial authorities after going months without pay or allowances, Dan Tri is reporting. This is a rare move that underscores the financial distress facing Vietnam’s local state-run media.
Vietnam Internet Regulations 2025: Data Privacy, Localisation & More
At the heart of Vietnam’s internet services regulations is Decree No. 72/2013/ND-CP on the Management, Provision, and Use of Internet Services and Online Information. This was issued by the Government of Vietnam on July 15, 2013, and took effect on September 1, 2013. This decree sets forth the legal framework for the management and use of internet services, online information, and related activities in Vietnam…
‘Other goods and services’ costs in Vietnam record February rise: CPI data
The cost of other goods and services in Vietnam increased by 0.18 percent in February, driven by rising prices in personal care and luxury items, according to the Vietnam’s Consumer Price Index.
Foreign Contractor Tax in Vietnam 2025: Calculation & Applicability
Foreign Contractor Tax (FCT) is a tax regime in Vietnam that applies to foreign organizations and individuals (referred to as “foreign contractors”) who do not have a permanent establishment in Vietnam but earn income from providing services, supplying goods, or conducting business activities in Vietnam. The FCT combines both Value-Added Tax (VAT) and Corporate Income Tax (CIT) obligations for these foreign entities. The FCT is commonly applied to foreign contractors operating in sectors such as construction, telecommunications, digital services, and e-commerce.
China’s Global Times on defensive over Vietnam 9 dash line milk tea outrage
China’s Global Times has published an English-language editorial responding to outrage in Vietnam over a map on the website of milk tea outlet Chagee that includes China’s nine-dash-line. The editorial seems to suggest Vietnam is being overly sensitive but also asserts China’s ownership over most of the South China Sea.
How to Start a Business in the Philippines 2025: Foreign Ownership, Procedures & More
Starting a business in the Philippines can be tricky. There can be a lot of red tape and requirements and working with certain authorities can be challenging. That said, firms and entrepreneurs can ease the stress and tension that comes with establishing a business in the Philippines by understanding the process and its nuances ahead of time.
Commercial Real Estate in Vietnam 2025: Market Trends, Regulations & More
The retail sector is undergoing a transformation, with traditional shopping formats adapting to the rise of e-commerce. Developers are focusing on integrated spaces that blend shopping, dining, and entertainment to meet evolving consumer demands. Office demand, while recovering post-pandemic, is increasingly shifting towards flexible workspaces and decentralised locations.
Vietnam’s administrative operations and support services FDI jumps in December
In 2024, the sector attracted a total of 69 new projects with US$160,370 in newly registered capital…
Vietnam’s miscellaneous service activities sector sees strong growth in December
In 2024, the sector attracted a total of 9 new projects with US$169,500 in newly registered capital.
Vietnam Business Support Directory
This is a free directory of businesses providing professional support to foreign firms looking to do business in Vietnam. In order to ensure the quality of this list, should you choose to engage any of these service providers, please let us know how it goes…
How to Set Up a Company in Vietnam in 10 Clear Steps (2025)
This article covers company formation in Vietnam including pre-approval, business structures, capital requirements, registration, and more.
How to Start a Business in Vietnam That Thrives in 2025: Culture, Research, Planning & More
Starting a business in Vietnam can be tricky. There can be a lot of red tape and requirements and working with certain authorities, to be frank, can be challenging. That said, firms and entrepreneurs can ease the stress and tension that comes with starting a business in Vietnam by understanding the process and its nuances ahead of time. This article explains what foreign investors need to know when considering starting a business in Vietnam.
April 2025
Labour Market Report
Q1 2025
We’re looking for a self-starting freelance Business Development Manager to help shape and grow the-shiv’s commercial strategy. You’ll be responsible for identifying new revenue opportunities, pitching services, and building partnerships.