The need for social housing in industrial zones is vital
By Indochine Counsel
October 21, 2021 | 17:49
In the context of the pandemic, manufacturing activities in industrial zones (IZs) became nearly impossible in some southern areas, which led to the disruption of the supply chain and a shortage of labour. One reason for this situation is that localities were not interested in developing social housing for workers.
Can COVID-19 serve as force majeure?
By EPLegal
October 19, 2021 | 19:00
Global difficulties have forced businesses in Vietnam to delay implementation of export contracts with overseas partners. Tony Nguyen, senior partner, and Son Nguyen, associate of legal consultancy firm EPLegal write about the dilemma for local exporters, with contract delays inducing damages or waiver liabilities.
Vietnam holds potential for robot, AI development: insiders
October 18, 2021 | 11:10
Vietnam holds huge potential in the application and development of new technologies amid the wide utilisation of robot and artificial intelligence (AI) in daily life activities.
Quick reversals expected as new normal gradually replaces lockdown gloom
By Tom Nguyen
October 11, 2021 | 08:45
The latest KPMG CEO Outlook for 2021 shows a revival in business confidence as COVID-19 restrictions are lifted and life returns to a new normal. Warrick Cleine, chairman and CEO of KPMG in Vietnam and Cambodia, shared with VIR’s Tom Nguyen what changes the world can expect in the rebound.
Tailored IFRS training for State Securities Commission employees
By Anh Duc
October 08, 2021 | 11:04
The SSC and KPMG hosted a training programme on IFRS for employees of SSC, HNX, HSX, and VSD.
E-contract rules need to address concerns
By Vinh Luu
October 06, 2021 | 10:35
Electronic contracts could further improve and speed up business activities. However, local enterprises seem hesitant as open questions remain. New amendments to the legal framework could remedy their doubts and boost the application of e-contracts in domestic business transactions.
Netherlands - Gateway for Vietnamese goods to enter EU
September 28, 2021 | 11:13
The Netherlands, one of the leading partners of Vietnam in the EU, is a gateway for Vietnamese goods to enter the EU market, experts have said.
PwC report: Time needed to implement IFRS 17 has increased
By Anh Duc
September 27, 2021 | 22:14
PwC’s IFRS 17 Health Check Survey 2021: Asia-Pacific shows fewer respondents think they can fully implement the reporting standard by the effective date.
Supporting policies in Vietnam’s social insurance
By Doan Vu Hoai Nam
September 27, 2021 | 17:12
Currently, many enterprises face difficulties due to having to suspend business, reduce labour, or change business structure entirely in order to ensure production and maintain operations, and the problem of social insurance is often one of the more painful issues for them.
A dedicated partner in client communication
By Le Khanh Lam
September 27, 2021 | 10:15
RSM Vietnam would like to congratulate Vietnam Investment Review for always being a reliable companion of the firm and the business community in general.
Crafting balanced treatment in cross-border advertising
By Thai Gia Han
September 22, 2021 | 19:17
To enforce more rigorous control of cross-border advertising activities, the Vietnamese government issued Decree No.70/2021/ND-CP on July, which took effect on September 15. Thai Gia Han, junior associate at Indochine Counsel, pores over the new conditions applicable to digital advertising in Vietnam and how these impact those who provide cross-border advertising services.
Vietnam may attract 30 billion USD in FDI this year: experts
September 22, 2021 | 11:09
Vietnam may attract about 30 billion USD in foreign direct investment (FDI) in 2021, posting a year-on-year rise of 2 percent, economists forecast, pointing to positive signs in FDI attraction in the first eight months of 2021 despite the complexities of COVID-19.
Planning crucial for personal data protection overhaul
By Philip Ziter
September 19, 2021 | 08:00
The Ministry of Public Security’s draft decree on personal data protection is expected to impact the free flow of data once it takes effect in December. Philip Ziter, lawyer at Russin & Vecchi, analyses possible impacts based on the existing draft.
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