In this article, we share the top 10 considerations for M&A in the renewable energy sector in Vietnam, covering topics such as legal and regulatory framework, investment incentives, transaction structure, local partner, timing, debt, permits and approvals, due diligence, and more.
On 01 October 2023, the Supreme People’s Court issued Decision No. 364/QD-CA to announce 07 new precedents, including Precedent No. 69/2023/AL on the jurisdiction of Commercial Arbitration in resolving confidentiality and non-compete agreement disputes.
On March 16th 2020, the Ministry of Finance signed Decision 345/QD-BTC approving " The project on application of financial reporting standards in Vietnam" with a number of contents related to the implementation of IFRS.
For businesses, we understand you need to stay ahead of important corporate taxes and other compliance dates or risk paying late fees. With the hope to help enterprises adhere to any important deadlines of 2024, we are delighted to offer this “Compliance Calendar 2024” in English and Vietnamese.
In this newsletter: 1) CIT incentives implications for pending projects, 2) VAT refunds for export contracts, 3) Invoices for export processing enterprises, 4) The handling of erroneously cancelled output invoices, 5) PIT obligations for gifts to employees, 6) PIT implications regarding welfare expense for employees, and more.
In this article we examine the 7 important changes brought about by the new Land Law, including a commentary and our views as to the potential impact that this may have on the real estate market and sector.
The Ministry of Public Security in Vietnam is spearheading the creation of a new Personal Data Protection Law to tackle crucial shortcomings in the country's data protection practices. Two new reports highlight the critical need for a comprehensive legal framework that enshrines the protection of personal data.
On 29 December 2023, the GDT issued an official letter regarding payment of an expatriate in Vietnam under an intra-corporation transfer scheme, receiving income paid by both Vietnam and overseas entities and where the overseas income will be subsequently reimbursed by the Vietnam entity in full.
On 4 March 2024, the Government of Vietnam published the draft Decree on the regulatory sandbox in the banking sector. The drafting of this decree started in 2021 and has undergone multiple revisions. The recent promulgation of the Law on Credit Institutions created a legal basis for this Draft Decree, as discussed below.
In 2023, there were noticeable changes in the regulatory framework governing refinancing in Vietnam. This year, 2024, the State Bank of Vietnam is also expected to continue issuing amendments to Circular 39/2016/TT-NHNN regarding lending activities of credit institutions and branches of foreign banks.
On 7 February 2024, the Prime Minister of Vietnam issued Decision No. 165/QD-TTg on approving Vietnam's Hydrogen energy development strategy until 2030, with a vision to 2050, with immediate effect. Decision 165 outlines key policies for the development of hydrogen energy, ensuring consistency with the National Energy Development Strategy and Decision No. 500/QD-TTG on approving the National Power Development Plan.
The Ministry of Public Security proposes the development of a Law on Personal Data Protection to meet the requirements of protecting personal data rights. This update reviews the intended provisions of the law.
The Government has just issued a National Action Plan with 17 specific actions to implement Vietnam’s commitments on anti-money laundering, combating terrorist financing, and financing of proliferation of weapons of mass destruction with the Financial Action Task Force (FATF).
The Law on Electronic Transactions will take effect on July 3, 2024. To amend and supplement regulations in the Law and Decree 130/2018/ND-CP, a new Decree is being drafted on electronic signatures and trusted services to create a legal basis for the implementation of the Law in practice, and to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of the Law.
The Ministry of Health issued Circular 31/2023/TT-BYT which took effect on February 15, 2024, regulating the authority to revoke certificates of eligibility for food safety conditions under the Ministry of Health’s management.
The National Assembly of Vietnam adopted the new Law on Credit Institutions in January 2024 which is scheduled to come into effect on 1 July 2024. This legislative update aims at preserving stability, transparency, and public confidence in the Vietnamese financial system.
Intra-group management services are a controversial and highly debated tax issue in Vietnam. This article discusses Vietnam’s Benefits Test, pricing for intragroup services, relief under tax treaties, deductibility of intra-group management service fees, and practical tips and recommendations for taxpayers to manage Vietnamese tax risks.
In this update: 1) IFRS will impact many areas of your company’s business beyond the accounting and finance departments, and 2) The adoption of IFRS brings with it threats, but also presents opportunities.
In this article, we continue discussing the new changes introduced by the Real Estate Business Law 2023.
On 24 November 2023, the Vietnamese National Assembly passed the Law on Telecommunications No. 24/2023/QH15, governing telecommunications activities, the rights and obligations of individuals and entities engaged in telecommunications activities, and the state management of the telecommunications sector.
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