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Global & APAC updates

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Monthly Dialogues - Q3, 2026

Monthly dialogue is a monthly basis event series designed as an added value from Forvis Mazars to our clients and partners.

Budget season preparation: Mastering cost control

As budget season approaches, many organizations find themselves facing a familiar challenge: despite having budgeting processes and management reporting systems in place, controlling actual spending remains difficult. Join SAPP Academy and Forvis Mazars Vietnam for an exclusive webinar designed to help Finance leaders and professionals strengthen cost management foundations, improve visibility into...

APAC payroll newsletter 2026 Issue.3

Our APAC payroll newsletter helps provide important updates on the latest regulatory changes and best practices that have influenced payroll operations in the APAC region over the past quarter. Our commitment is to keep you well-informed and empowered in navigating the evolving payroll sector.

Partner Christoph Funcke's visit to Vietnam

Last week, Forvis Mazars Legal Vietnam was delighted to welcome German Forvis Mazars Partner Christoph Funcke from Berlin for several days in Hanoi.

New VIAC Arbitration Rules 2026 in Vietnam

Effective from 1 July 2026, the Vietnam International Arbitration Centre ("VIAC") has adopted a new set of Arbitration Rules (the "2026 Rules"), replacing the Arbitration Rules in force since 1 March 2017 (the "2017 Rules").

Valuation methodologies for digital assets

This guide sets out how venture capital (VC) firms and crypto funds should approach digital asset valuation as Vietnam moves toward a licensed, onshore digital asset market. It covers the principal categories of digital assets, from cryptocurrencies to stablecoins, the valuation methodologies suited to each, and the Quantity Theory of Money (QTM) as a strategic framework for analyzing tokenomics.

Christophe Cougnaud appointed as CCEF for Vietnam

Forvis Mazars Vietnam is pleased to announce that Christophe Cougnaud, Partner and French-qualified lawyer, has been appointed French Foreign Trade Advisor (Conseiller du Commerce Extérieur de la France – CCEF) for Vietnam.

Decree 252 on Tax Administration

On 30 June 2026, the Vietnamese Government issued Decree No. 252/2026/ND-CP, providing detailed guidance on the implementation of certain provisions of the Law on Tax Administration No. 108/2025/QH15.

Tax audit readiness seminar 2026

A focused seminar on Wednesday, 26 August 2026 in Ho Chi Minh City, examining the common issues businesses encounter during tax audits, the risk indicators tax authorities use to assess compliance, and the practical steps companies can take to prepare under Vietnam's new tax administration framework.

Decree 253 & Circular 87 on PIT

On 30 June 2026, the Vietnamese Government and the Ministry of Finance issued Decree No. 253/2026/ND-CP and Circular No. 87/2026/TT-BTC on Personal Income Tax (“PIT”), providing important clarifications on employment income, tax deductions, withholding obligations, and PIT finalization procedures.

Decree 255 on tax administration

On 30 June 2026, the Vietnamese Government issued Decree 255/2026/ND-CP (hereinafter referred to as "Decree 255" or “the Decree”) on tax administration for related party transactions (“RPTs”), replacing Decree 132/2020/ND-CP ("Decree 132") and Decree 20/2025/ND-CP ("Decree 20/2025").

Decree 254 & Circular 91

Key updates under Decree 254/2026/ND-CP and Circular 91/2026/TT-BTC on e-invoices, including scope, timing, and compliance requirements.

Circular 99/2025/TT-BTC

On 27 October 2025, the Ministry of Finance officially issued Circular 99/2025/TT-BTC ("Circular 99") providing guidance on the corporate accounting regime. The Circular has been effective since 1 January 2026 and applies to financial years beginning on or after that date. Vietnamese enterprises should now ensure that their accounting policies, systems and reporting processes reflect the new requirements.

Vietnam Tax Summit 2026

Forvis Mazars in Vietnam is delighted to be a key sponsor of the Vietnam Tax Summit 2026, one of the country’s leading forums for tax and finance professionals. Taking place on 24 July 2026 in Ho Chi Minh City, the event will bring together business leaders, finance executives, tax professionals, and policymakers to discuss the latest developments shaping Vietnam’s tax landscape.

Corporate secretarial newsletter vol.1 2026

As businesses expand their operations into new countries, it brings a wealth of opportunities but also creates compliance risks. With its economies driving global growth, Asia Pacific (APAC) is an attractive region for multinational corporations seeking expansion. Each jurisdiction in the region has its own rules and regulations, making compliance a significant challenge for businesses of all sizes....

Tax & Legal Updates - Issue June 2026

Vietnam continues to refine its tax and legal framework with a series of official letters issued in June 2026. This month's newsletter covers key developments across corporate income tax, value added tax, personal income tax, foreign contractor tax and tax treaty relief, as well as newly issued legal documents on trade promotion and payment deadline extensions. These updates matter to businesses assessing...

Vietnam's IFC

Vietnam's International Financial Center is now backed by enacted law. See the legal stack, tax incentives, and how HCMC and Da Nang compare to global IFC hubs.

Tax & Legal Updates - Issue May 2026

Vietnam continues to refine its tax and legal framework with a series of official letters issued in May 2026. This month's newsletter covers key developments across Corporate Income Tax (CIT), Value Added Tax (VAT), and Global Minimum Tax.