Vietnam’s next generation of industrial parks: What foreign investors need beyond land and infrastructure
20/08/2026
Vietnam’s next generation of industrial parks: What foreign investors need beyond land and infrastructure When evaluating vietnam industrial parks, investors will find that the country operates more than 620 industrial zones across 61 provinces, making it one of the densest manufacturing networks in Southeast Asia. However, the rules of market entry are shifting rapidly. For...
Company registration in Vietnam under the 2026 investment law
18/08/2026
Company registration in vietnam under the 2026 investment law Starting a business in Southeast Asia requires careful planning. Company registration in vietnam has changed significantly under the new 2026 legal framework. Foreign investors can navigate market entry more efficiently by understanding the updated procedures for corporate setup. For a deeper understanding of the broader legal...
LLC vs JSC in Vietnam: Which Corporate Structure is Best for Foreign Investors?
16/08/2026
LLC vs JSC in Vietnam: Which Corporate Structure is Best for Foreign Investors? Evaluating LLC vs JSC in Vietnam is the single most critical legal decision for foreign enterprises entering the local market. Selecting the correct corporate vehicle from inception ensures operational compliance, protects capital transfers, and aligns with your long-term expansion goals governed by...
Vietnam Market Entry Strategy: 2026 Mistakes to Avoid
10/08/2026
Vietnam business entry errors: 2026 Mistakes to Avoid Expanding your business into Southeast Asia requires careful planning. To prevent costly Vietnam business entry errors, foreign investors must navigate complex regulatory frameworks, local compliance rules, and operational requirements without delay. Many international corporations stumble during their first year due to avoidable administrative mistakes. For official regulatory...
The Vietnam JV Governance Manifesto: Why “Legal Incorporation” Is Not Operational Control
19/07/2026
The Vietnam JV Governance Manifesto: Why “Legal Incorporation” Is Not Operational Control Many foreign SMEs entering the Vietnamese market prioritize legal registration over Vietnam JV governance. They file the paperwork, receive their investment certificate, and assume the operational structure will naturally follow. This is the “Operational Fallacy,” and it is the primary reason why high-potential...
3 Hidden Vietnam Market Entry Bottlenecks (Fix Your Strategy)
15/07/2026
3 Hidden Vietnam Market Entry Bottlenecks (Fix Your Strategy) Many foreign SMEs view Vietnam through a lens of potential, seeing supply chain opportunities and a growing middle class. However, if your Vietnam market entry strategy doesn’t account for operational realities on the ground, you are hoping rather than planning. At GTI Partner, we help foreign...
Corporate Governance in Vietnam: A Guide to Reserved Matters
27/05/2026
Corporate Governance in Vietnam: Reserved Matters Guide Entering the Vietnam market is a strategic milestone for any international SME. As you outline your incorporation strategy, mastering corporate governance in Vietnam is essential to protecting your capital. There is often a natural urge to require unanimous consent for every decision, but for SMEs, this “unanimous” approach...
Capital Repatriation Vietnam: How to Move Corporate Profits Safely
25/05/2026
What is Capital Repatriation Vietnam? For international corporations, capital repatriation vietnam refers to the legal process of transferring corporate profits, dividends, or liquidated capital from a local subsidiary back to the foreign parent company. While Vietnam welcomes foreign direct investment (FDI), the government maintains tight foreign exchange controls to protect its national currency reserves. Understanding...
Vietnam Market Entry: How to Structure a Low-Risk Discovery Phase
24/05/2026
What is a Vietnam Market Entry Discovery Phase? A Vietnam market entry discovery phase is a preliminary testing stage for foreign investors. It allows you to validate local demand, check supply chains, and audit compliance requirements before you commit major capital. Instead of jumping straight into setting up a costly legal entity, this phase focuses...
Vietnam FDI Trends 2026 for SMEs: Navigating the Shift
12/05/2026
Vietnam FDI Trends 2026 for SMEs: Navigating the Shift Analyzing the Vietnam FDI trends 2026 for SMEs reveals a market transitioning from low-cost assembly to high-value technology. For foreign investors, success depends on aligning with the core pillars driving the landscape. At GTI Partner, our Vietnam FDI consulting focuses on helping you navigate these shifts...
Vietnam Company Registry for FDI in 2026: Why a “Structure-First” Approach Wins
04/05/2026
Vietnam Company Registry for FDI in 2026: Why a “Structure-First” Approach Wins When foreign Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) plan their expansion, the immediate instinct is to rush toward the finish line: getting the business license. However, treating the Vietnam company registry for FDI as a mere administrative checklist is a critical mistake that often...