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Vietnam: Key Updates on Customs Procedures under Circular 121/2025/TT-BTC

On 18 December 2025, the Ministry of Finance issued Circular No. 121/2025/TT-BTC, amending and supplementing several provisions of Circular 38/2015/TT-BTC and Circular 39/2018/TT-BTC on customs procedures, inspection, supervision, and tax administration for imported and exported goods (“Circular 121”). Key new points include: Promoting digitalization in customs procedures. The Circular further encourages the use of electronic […]

INTRODUCTION TO THE DOCUMENTATION OF THE 2025 DIALOGUE CONFERENCE BETWEEN THE MINISTRY OF FINANCE AND TAXPAYERS (CUSTOMS SECTOR)

With a view to providing an overview of policy changes and reform orientations in the customs sector, Asia Legal is pleased to introduce to our readers the Documentation of the 2025 Dialogue Conference between the Ministry of Finance and Taxpayers (Customs Sector). The documentation focuses on key updates in customs legislation and the sector’s digital […]

INTRODUCTION TO THE DOCUMENTATION OF THE 2025 DIALOGUE CONFERENCE BETWEEN THE MINISTRY OF FINANCE AND TAXPAYERS (TAXATION SECTOR)

Based on the 2025 Dialogue Conference between the Ministry of Finance and taxpayers, Asia Legal is pleased to introduce to our readers the Documentation of the 2025 Dialogue Conference between the Ministry of Finance and Taxpayers, which highlights notable issues in the taxation sector. This documentation aims to assist businesses and individuals in promptly keeping […]

VIETNAM INVESTMENT UPDATE: MAJOR CHANGES INTRODUCED BY DECREE 239/2025

Decree No. 239/2025/ND-CP was issued by the Vietnamese Government to update investment licensing procedures in line with the implementation of the two-tier local administration system. The Decree amends and supplements Decree No. 31/2021/ND-CP, with a focus on simplifying procedures for obtaining an Investment Registration Certificate (IRC) and improving the clarity of investment incentive policies. These […]