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Articles from 2020
Editorial notes published in 2020, newest first. Back to the latest articles.
- RCEP and Vietnam: what the signed pact means for firms
RCEP and Vietnam explained: what the pact signed on 15 November 2020 covers, who is in it, and what exporters should check before it takes effect.
- Vietnam PPP law explained for private investors
The Vietnam PPP law takes effect on 1 January 2021. See which sectors are open, the size and equity rules, the contract types and what investors should check.
- Vietnam Enterprise Law 2020: key changes for company owners
Vietnam enterprise law 2020 explained: what Law 59/2020/QH14 changes for state-owned firms, legal representatives, shareholders and company seals from 1 January.
- Vietnam digital transformation program: near-term and long-term goals
The Vietnam digital transformation program sets goals for 2025 and 2030: digital economy at 20 and 30 percent of GDP, online services, and what firms should plan.
- Vietnam hiring process employers: a step by step checklist
Vietnam hiring process employers follow six steps, from job post to signed contract. Plain checklist of documents, probation and contract rules.
- Vietnam bilingual contracts: which language prevails
Vietnam bilingual contracts explained: how two language versions work, which one governs, and simple steps to avoid translation disputes.
- Vietnam certificate of origin: how exporters apply
A Vietnam certificate of origin proves where goods were made. Learn the main forms, who issues them, the documents to prepare and common mistakes.
- Vietnam force majeure clause: what contracts should say
A Vietnam force majeure clause should define the events, set a notice duty and say what happens next. Plain steps based on the Civil Code and Commercial Law.
- Vietnam tax deferral decree 41: who qualifies and how
Vietnam tax deferral decree 41 explained: who can delay VAT, corporate tax and land rent payments, for how long, and the steps to claim it.
- Vietnam remote work employers: a practical guide
Vietnam remote work employers need a written plan. See what the 2012 Labor Code says on hours, equipment and contracts, and how to record a remote deal.
- Vietnam supply chain diversification: why firms are looking here
Vietnam supply chain diversification is rising as US tariffs hit China-made goods. Here is what a manufacturer should check before adding Vietnam.
- Vietnam dong exchange rate: how the central rate works
The vietnam dong exchange rate follows a daily central rate set by the State Bank, with a 3 percent band. Here is how it works and how to plan around it.