Digging deep for growth while keeping the planet in mind
With the Law on Geology and Minerals 2024 coming into effect on July 1, 2025, the sector is expected to enter a new era of transparency, efficiency and sustainability, but it requires collective commitment from regulators, enterprises and the community for the law to become an effective management tool.
Bankruptcy Law aims for modern economic pragmatism
A large wave of closures is prompting renewed scrutiny of Việt Nam’s bankruptcy law, as many argue that the current framework neither reflects market realities nor provides an effective safety net for struggling firms.
Việt Nam puts an end to lump-sum tax, aiming for a level playing ground
Under the plan, all business households nationwide will switch to a self-declaration and payment, starting from January 1, 2026, putting an end to lump-sum tax mechanism that has been in place for decades.
2024 Land Law: unresolved issues in land valuation
To ensure that policies are implemented effectively, fairly, and sustainably, it is urgent to amend and supplement the Land Law, particularly regarding the land valuation mechanism.
Tax changes proposed for business individuals expected to create fairness
There needs to be a detailed impact assessment of the tax changes before application to make the policy effective.
Việt Nam's auto parts industry accelerates, leaving ‘screw curse’ behind
As of May 20, 2025, Việt Nam had 858 enterprises and manufacturing facilities certified to the International Automotive Task Force (IATF) standards.
Crypto market poised to explode as the Government inches closer to legalise digital asset exchange
The project has been reported to the Government with a resolution expected to be issued within August or September.
Developing LNG power: unlocking bottlenecks
Most other LNG projects in the Power Plan VIII are still in the project investment phase or looking for investors.
New tax plan could discourage stock investment: insiders
The proposed 20 per cent rate is excessively high and could disincentivise retail investors from entering the market.
Double-digit growth is possible, but only with reforms
Việt Nam has set its sights on double-digit growth. But without structural reform, momentum alone will not take it there.
Government’s target of having 2 million enterprises by 2030 under big challenge
There must be special solutions on improving the business environment and encouraging business households to transform to enterprises.
Vietnamese start-ups eye global markets through strategic franchising
Franchising is an effective strategy for international market expansion across all sectors.
Banks leverage national data integration to reach customers
Access to this massive amount of data allows banks to expand their digital offerings, particularly online lending.
Land speculation surges amid apartment market stabilisation in Q1
One catalyst behind this trend is unverified information about potential administrative changes — notably plans to merge districts or upgrade rural areas into provincial centres.
Việt Nam enforces e-invoicing for business households to enhance tax transparency
This is a fundamental change in the tax authority's method of managing household businesses, as stipulated in Decree 70/2025.
Logistics transforms into high-tech service industry
Beside green logistics, digital logistics will serve as key levers to help businesses optimise costs, improve competitiveness and expand markets.
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US's tariff suspension a test of resilience: economists
Economists and trade experts call for a national-level trade risk management system to help the government and enterprises cope with economic turbulence.
VN braces for US tariff hike while seeking long-term trade solutions
Companies and industries should observe VN-US tariff talks.
Việt Nam seeks global partnership to achieve ambitious growth targets
The country’s proactive approach to economic diversification, green transition, and digital transformation ensures that it remains a competitive destination for global investors.
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Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs holds talks with Palestinian counterpart
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Việt Nam charts new course at high-level policy dialogue with WEF
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Việt Nam, Philippines boost strategic defence partnership
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Second National Press Awards on Gender Equality launched
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Việt Nam, WB advance knowledge sharing to tackle major challenges
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