Tax Law in Vietnam: How Businesses Can Legally Optimize Tax Obligations

ASL LAW tax consultants presenting legal tax optimization strategies to business clients at Ho Chi Minh City office.

Tax compliance has become one of the most important aspects of corporate governance in Vietnam’s evolving business environment in 2026. As tax regulations continue to develop alongside economic modernization, businesses must balance compliance obligations with efficient tax planning to maintain competitiveness and support sustainable growth. Legal tax optimization focuses on utilizing available incentives, structuring transactions…

Energy Projects in Vietnam: Legal Framework and Long-Term Investment Opportunities

ASL LAW energy attorneys advising an international developer on Vietnam's energy legal framework and long-term investment opportunities at Hanoi office.

Vietnam’s energy sector continues to be one of the country’s most attractive investment areas in 2026, driven by rising electricity demand, industrial expansion, energy transition policies, and commitments to sustainable development. Renewable energy, power infrastructure, energy storage, and grid modernization continue to attract significant domestic and ASEAN Investment. However, long-term success depends not only on…

Franchising in Vietnam: How to Effectively Leverage This Business Model

ASL LAW chuyên gia tư vấn đầu tư quốc tế làm việc cùng lãnh đạo doanh nghiệp Việt Nam về chiến lược đầu tư ra nước ngoài tại văn phòng Hà Nội.

Vietnam’s franchise market continues to expand rapidly in 2026, driven by rising consumer demand, urbanization, a growing middle class, and increasing interest from both domestic and international brands. Franchising has evolved into one of the most efficient business expansion models, enabling companies to scale operations while sharing ASEAN Investment costs and operational responsibilities. However, achieving…

Representative Offices in Vietnam: Benefits and Detailed Establishment Procedures

ASL LAW corporate attorneys guiding a foreign client through the representative office establishment process and explaining key compliance requirements at the Hanoi office.

Vietnam continues to attract multinational corporations and foreign businesses seeking to explore one of Asia’s fastest-growing markets in 2026. For companies that wish to conduct market research, establish local relationships, or support future offshore investment without immediately engaging in commercial activities, a representative office (RO) remains an effective market entry option. Understanding the legal framework,…

Establishing an FDI Enterprise in Vietnam: What Foreign Investors Need to Know

ASL LAW corporate attorneys guiding foreign investors through the FDI enterprise establishment process in Vietnam under the new Law on Investment 2025 at Ho Chi Minh City office.

Vietnam continues to be one of the leading offshore investment destinations in Asia in 2026, attracting foreign investors with its stable economic growth, strategic geographic location, competitive workforce, and extensive network of free trade agreements. However, establishing a foreign-invested enterprise (FDI) requires careful preparation and a thorough understanding of Vietnam’s investment regulations. Foreign investors who…

Outbound Investment from Vietnam: Opportunities, Challenges, and Legal Considerations

ASL LAW investment advisors consulting Vietnamese business leaders on outbound investment strategies at Hanoi office.

As Vietnamese enterprises continue expanding their global footprint in 2026, outbound investment has become an increasingly important strategy for accessing new markets, acquiring advanced technologies, securing supply chains, and enhancing international competitiveness. While overseas expansion offers significant commercial opportunities, it also requires careful planning, compliance with Vietnamese regulations, and a thorough understanding of the legal…

Competition Law Risks for Digital Platforms and Data-Driven Businesses in Vietnam

ASL LAW competition and antitrust attorneys analyzing compliance risks for digital platforms and data-driven businesses under Vietnam's evolving competition law framework at Hanoi office

From 1 July 2026, Resolution No. 66.18/2026/NQ-CP increased several financial thresholds for merger notification while keeping the 20% combined market share threshold unchanged. Although these amendments mainly affect merger notification, they also reflect the continuing development of competition law Vietnam. For digital businesses, antitrust compliance Vietnam is no longer limited to transaction size or market…

Joint Ventures in Vietnam: When Competition Law and Merger Control Become Relevant

ASL LAW competition and M&A attorneys advising foreign investors on joint venture merger control obligations and economic concentration notification requirements under Vietnam Competition Law at Hanoi office

From 1 July 2026, Vietnam increased several financial thresholds for merger notification under Resolution No. 66.18/2026/NQ-CP, while keeping the 20% combined market share threshold unchanged. Under joint venture Vietnam competition law, a joint venture does not automatically require notification, but it should always be assessed before signing. Where a joint venture qualifies as an economic…

Vietnam Merger Control for M&A Deals: Key Issues for Foreign Investors

ASL LAW competition and M&A attorneys advising foreign investors on Vietnam merger control filing obligations and threshold compliance at Hanoi office

From 1 July 2026, Vietnam increased several financial thresholds for merger notification under Resolution No. 66.18/2026/NQ-CP. However, the 20% combined market share threshold remains unchanged. For foreign investor merger control Vietnam, the practical question is not only whether a transaction exceeds the new financial thresholds, but also whether the acquisition, joint venture or restructuring falls…

Do You Still Need to File a Merger Notification in Vietnam After July 2026?

ASL LAW competition and M&A attorneys analyzing Vietnam's revised merger control thresholds and post-July 2026 filing obligations under Resolution 66.18/2026 at Hanoi office

From 1 July 2026, the rules on merger notification Vietnam 2026 changed under Resolution No. 66.18/2026/NQ-CP. The short answer is no, not every transaction requires notification, but every serious M&A transaction or joint venture should be assessed for economic concentration notification Vietnam before signing. Although several financial thresholds have been increased, the Vietnam 20% market…

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