The Vietnam M&A Forum 2024, a prominent event dedicated to mergers and acquisitions and investment connectivity, marks its 16th edition under the organization of the Vietnam Investment Review and the guidance of the Ministry of Planning and Investment. Over the past 15 years, the Forum has attracted over 650 renowned speakers and more than 7,500…
On November 1, 2024, the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) issued Decision No. 2411/QD-NHNN, establishing the maximum interest rates applicable to Vietnam-dong (VND) deposits of organizations and individuals at credit institutions and foreign bank branches. These regulations, implemented under Circular No. 48/2024/TT-NHNN, aim to regulate interest rates and ensure stability in the financial market. The…
On November 13, 2024, the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) initiated antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) investigations on hard gelatin capsules imported from Brazil, China, India, and Vietnam (Case Numbers: A-552-847 and C-552-848). The subject merchandise includes specific types of hard gelatin capsules (HS codes: 9602.00.1040 and 9602.00.5010). The investigation was initiated at the…
On November 11, 2024, U.S. President Joe Biden issued a decision to impose global safeguard measures on imports of Fine Denier Polyester Staple Fiber (FDPSF) into the United States. The FDPSF products subject to these measures are classified under HS code 5503.20.00, with specific sub-classifications under HS codes 5503.20.0025 or 9813.00.0520. Under the safeguard measures,…
The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) has recently released a draft circular outlining key principles for mergers and consolidations involving credit institutions. The proposed framework aims to ensure compliance, transparency, and stability throughout the merger and consolidation process, safeguarding the rights of stakeholders while adhering to the relevant laws. Five Key Principles for Mergers and…
In October 2024, the Vietnamese Government submitted a draft amended law on Value-Added Tax (VAT) to the National Assembly for appraisal. The proposed amendments introduce significant changes, particularly in the taxation of foreign suppliers conducting e-commerce or digital platform-based business in Vietnam. These updates aim to enhance tax compliance and address the evolving digital economy….
The Ministry of Finance (MOF) has proposed a policy aimed at reducing the financial burden on businesses and individuals, thereby stimulating production and business activities. Under this proposal, organizations, enterprises, households, and individuals directly leasing land from the State with annual land rental payment obligations may benefit from a reduction in their 2024 payable land…
The Government of Vietnam has announced a significant structural reorganization of the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV), effective from January 5, 2025. Among the key developments, the newly established Department of Anti-Money Laundering will officially begin operations as an independent unit under the SBV. This change is part of Government Decree 146, issued on November…
On November 12, 2024, the Ministry of Industry and Trade of Vietnam issued Decision No. 3011/QD-BCT on the end-of-term review results of the anti-dumping measures applied to certain cold-rolled stainless steel products originating from Taiwan (China), Indonesia, Malaysia, and China (case ER02.AD01). On September 5, 2014, the Ministry of Industry and Trade of Vietnam issued…
On November 13, 2024, a talkshow on the theme “Identifying M&A Capital Flows” was organized by Vietnam Investment Review (VIR). This event served as a preliminary program in preparation for the 16th Annual Vietnam M&A Forum – 2024, which will take place on November 27, 2024, at the JW Marriott Saigon Hotel (Ho Chi Minh…
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