Vietnam's logistics sector is becoming a major economic driver, supported by GDP growth, manufacturing expansion, e-commerce, government initiatives, favorable trade agreements, and strategic infrastructure, offering significant investment opportunities.
Vietnam's new regulations in July concerning the recognition of foreign electronic signature certification service providers and electronic signatures took effect August 15.
Laos joins the EPO validation states, simplifying patent protection for European businesses and driving economic growth through foreign investment.
The new project owners will be considered the users of duty-exempt goods in Vietnam and are responsible for registering a list of these goods with customs authorities.
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Discover how Indonesia's new regulation GR 29/2024 enhances investment incentives in Nusantara with extended land rights, streamlined approvals, expanded authority powers, and new rules on foreign workers.
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The 2024-25 Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker offers the latest data, insights, and policy updates to keep foreign investors and analysts informed about the industry.
Vietnam's new minimum wage, effective July 1, 2024, will impact various social insurance items calculated based on the statutory pay rate.
We discuss key points of Vietnam’s revised 2024 Social Insurance Law - effective from July 1, 2025 - which aims to strengthen social insurance coverage.
Laos joins the EPO validation states, simplifying patent protection for European businesses and driving economic growth through foreign investment.
Cambodia has opened the application window for businesses to apply for the foreign employee quota. The deadline for applications is the end of November 2024.