Pharma law upgrades will improve effectiveness
By Darrell Oh
December 05, 2024 | 15:54
The ratification of the law amending and supplementing several articles of the Law on Pharmacy 2016 at the end of November is significant and positive news for the healthcare sector.
Special consumption taxes must be designed to suit Vietnam’s specific needs
By Can Van Luc
December 03, 2024 | 14:00
The draft amended Law on Special Consumption Tax has more clearly defined the subjects of tax, not subject, and taxpayers. The draft has also expanded the subjects and increased the tax rate for some beverage products that are considered harmful to health.
Lawmakers make case for consumption tax additions
By Nguyen Thu
December 03, 2024 | 10:46
The Ministry of Finance’s plan to inflict a special consumption tax on air conditioners and sugary drinks has received mixed responses from many lawmakers and experts.
The rise of industrial real estate M&A
By Trang Bui
November 27, 2024 | 10:00
Vietnam’s industrial real estate mergers and acquisitions market is experiencing unprecedented growth, fuelled by improving infrastructure, revised laws, and increasing demand from foreign investors.
Wide M&A prospects for ASEAN players
By Duy Khuong and Thuy Chung
November 25, 2024 | 19:00
Supported by an influx of capital from developed economies, Southeast Asia now stands as a strategic hub for international investors exploring growth opportunities.
Adapting through strategic deals
By Binh Le and Duy Vo
November 25, 2024 | 15:52
Vietnam in 2024 has witnessed cautious investor sentiment when it comes to big deals, but key traditional sectors continued to demonstrate resilience and engage interest.
Guidelines will help businesses manage climate change risks
By Song Huong
November 21, 2024 | 09:55
Vietnamese businesses face growing pressure to address climate risks and comply with international environmental regulations.
An ecosystems approach for boosting productivity
By Gulmira Asanbaeva
November 17, 2024 | 09:07
The Vietnamese government has adopted important productivity frameworks, including Resolution No.06/NQ-CP adopted in 2023, aimed at modernising the labour market and accelerating labour productivity growth to 6.5 per cent annually.
Areas identified as pillars of a sustainable economy
By Hoang Minh
November 13, 2024 | 15:36
Carbon credits, green real estate, and e-commerce should be the focus for Vietnam's sustainable efforts, a VIR conference heard on November 12.
Targeted policy support is crucial in order to navigate economic uncertainty
By Wanwisa May Vorranikulkij
November 12, 2024 | 16:21
Super Typhoon Yagi made headlines when it hit Vietnam in September. Torrential rains, flooding and landslides caused substantial casualties and extensive damage to roads, agricultural areas, factories, and ports in northern Vietnam, including Hanoi and major ports in the northern port city of Haiphong.
Impacts on VAT fertiliser rate rise considered for farmers
By Nguyen Dat
November 08, 2024 | 10:48
The National Assembly Standing Committee has fixed a 5 per cent VAT rate on the draft amendments to the existing VAT law, which, if becoming true, will affect millions of farmers in Vietnam while likely benefiting fertiliser producers.
The key to digital investment is a human mindset
By Hồng Nam
November 04, 2024 | 15:52
Digital transformation helps businesses remain competitive in a logistics market challenged by unpredictable economic and political shifts worldwide.
Coordination can ease logistics issues
By Bao Giang
November 03, 2024 | 20:05
It is time for logistics companies to embrace green transition, digital transformation, and business model restructuring. Dao Trong Khoa, chairman of the Vietnam Logistics Business Association, shared with VIR’s Bao Giang about the emerging directions for logistics companies.
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