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gE Module: Doing Business in Vietnam

This module provides a general overview for doing business in Vietnam. The module covers: Why do business in Vietnam; Vietnamese culture; business culture; logistics and infrastructure in the country; and issues facing Vietnam in the 21st century such as environmental concerns, social concerns, and obstacles to business success. This module also includes a case study about how the Vietnam War effected Vietnamese modernization and industrialization.

Government Resources
Main Government Page chinhphu.vn
Statistics Office gso.gov.vn
Central Banks sbv.gov.vn
Stock Exchanges hsx.vn
Export Promotion Agency vietrade.gov.vn
Investment Promotion Agency itpc.hochiminhcity.gov.vn

News Sites

Vietnam: Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Briefing is a monthly magazine and daily news service about doing business in Vietnam. It covers topics relating to Vietnam's economy, the market in Vietnam, foreign direct investment and Vietnamese law and tax and is written in-house by the foreign investment professionals at Dezan Shira & Associates. All published materials are in English and are available for purchase on the site.

Vietnam: Vietnam Economy News

A vast amount of information from the Vietnam Economic Times. Provides political views, economic data, maps, current news, stock market news and events and financial information. Updated daily. (In English and Vietnamese).

Other Resources

gE Module: Doing Business in Vietnam

This module provides a general overview for doing business in Vietnam. The module covers: Why do business in Vietnam; Vietnamese culture; business culture; logistics and infrastructure in the country; and issues facing Vietnam in the 21st century such as environmental concerns, social concerns, and obstacles to business success. This module also includes a case study about how the Vietnam War effected Vietnamese modernization and industrialization.

Vietnam: Business Resources Library

This resource from Dezan Shira & Associates provides in-depth resources on doing business in Vietnam ranging from the analysis of the regulatory environment to industry reports and market analysis. Free registration is required to view or download full reports.

Vietnam: Culture Crossing

This section of Culture Crossing includes basic cultural practices in Vietnam for greetings, personal space, gestures, eye contact, etc. It also includes general business etiquette in the country related to meetings, dress, negotiations, gift giving, etc.

Vietnam: Vietnam Investment and Tourism Online

Vietnam Online provides a wealth of information useful to business professionals. There are many trade opportunities for companies seeking to import products, engage in joint ventures, or find distributors in Vietnam. Yellow pages are also provided, as well as information about taking a trip to Vietnam, whether for business or pleasure.

Vietnam: Vietnam Investment Review

The Vietnam Investment Review is Vietnam's leading international business newspaper. It was created by the Ministry of Planning and Investment to inform potential investors about the opportunities that Vietnam has to offer. The Review is circulated in 36 nations in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. The website is free and does not require registration.

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