Perspectives on investing in Vietnam and ASEAN

Analysis, field experience and market updates from the SUNINCON team.

Market trends7 November 2026

Vietnam reduces electricity prices and fuel taxes: A boost for corporate costs

The 2% reduction in average retail electricity prices and the reduction of the special consumption tax on fuel to 0% provide foreign enterprises with further room to lower costs.

ASEAN supply chain2 November 2026

Vietnam's Capacity to Absorb Shifted Manufacturing via New IPs and FTZs

Approvals of large-scale industrial park and free trade zone projects, combined with recovering industrial land absorption, are expanding Vietnam's capacity to welcome shifted manufacturing investment.

Vietnam legal2 November 2026

30% Income Tax Cut Policy: Cost-Optimization Opportunities in Vietnam

Decree 398/2026/ND-CP stipulates a 30% income tax reduction for enterprises and household businesses with annual revenue under VND 10 billion during the 2026 and 2027 tax periods. This regulation delivers practical financial relief for partner networks and small entities in Vietnam.

Investing in Vietnam26 October 2026

HCMC Unveils 12 Projects Worth Over USD 13 Billion: Leverage for Infrastructure and Industry

HCMC plans to introduce 12 new investment projects with total registered capital of over USD 13 billion at the Autumn Economic Forum 2026, presenting major opportunities for foreign investors in infrastructure, logistics, and energy.

ASEAN supply chain26 October 2026

Shift in Tech FDI Strategy in Vietnam

Vietnam is reshaping its foreign investment attraction policy to promote technology transfer and deeper integration into the global semiconductor value chain.

Market trends20 October 2026

Signing the Vietnam-EFTA FTA: Strategic Leverage for Manufacturing and Export Networks

Following 14 years of negotiations, Vietnam and EFTA have officially signed a free trade agreement in Hanoi, expanding market access to Europe and boosting the supply chain.

Vietnam legal15 October 2026

Ministry of Finance Accelerates Enterprise Dissolution: 1-Day Processing Mechanism

New directives from the Ministry of Finance require business registration and tax authorities to process dissolution files within 1 business day, helping enterprises minimize legal risks during restructuring.

Investing in Vietnam15 October 2026

Expanding Industrial Park Infrastructure in Da Nang and Dong Nai to Welcome FDI

The approval of new industrial park projects and large capital inflows into Da Nang and Dong Nai are significantly expanding manufacturing site options for international investors.

Market trends13 October 2026

Vietnam Industrial Real Estate: Resilient Demand and New Eco-Standards

Industrial land leasing demand in Vietnam rebounded sharply in Q2 2026, alongside an incoming wave of new supply and stricter regulations for eco-industrial parks.

Vietnam legal8 October 2026

Criteria for establishing special economic zones and free trade zones in Vietnam

Decree No. 378/2026/NĐ-CP has established specific legal criteria regarding area, population, and infrastructure for special economic zones and free trade zones in Vietnam.

Investing in Vietnam3 October 2026

Samsung invests $1.84 billion to expand semiconductor production in Thai Nguyen

Samsung Electro-Mechanics has decided to invest an additional $1.84 billion to expand its FC-BGA semiconductor substrate plant in Thai Nguyen, affirming Vietnam's advancement in the global semiconductor and AI value chain.

Market trends29 September 2026

Insights: Vietnam's 2026 growth drivers

Vietnam continues to affirm its strong economic resilience as the Asian Development Bank (ADB) raises its 2026 GDP growth forecast to 7.8%.

Market trends28 September 2026

Ho Chi Minh City accelerates TOD planning and urban development strategy

According to VnEconomy, Ho Chi Minh City is proceeding to approve a series of TOD plans along metro lines to open up new development space.

Investing in Vietnam28 September 2026

FDI into Vietnam in the first 8 months of 2026: registered capital surged 55.4%, disbursement at a 5-year high

In the first eight months of 2026, total registered FDI into Vietnam reached USD 40.63 billion, with disbursed capital at USD 17.25 billion. Inflows expanded not only in volume, but new projects were also significantly larger in scale.

Vietnam legal28 September 2026

Investment Law 2026: Key changes foreign investors need to know

Investment Law No. 143/2025/QH15 takes effect on March 1, 2026: allowing business incorporation before project establishment, opening a “green lane” for industrial park projects, and narrowing cases requiring investment policy approval.

ASEAN supply chain27 September 2026

Taiwanese enterprises and the wave of supply chain relocation to Vietnam

Taiwan is the fourth-largest investor in Vietnam with $42.37 billion in registered capital. Capital is shifting from low-cost assembly to semiconductors, AI servers, and high-tech electronic components, concentrated in the North.

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Perspectives on investing in Vietnam and ASEAN