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 Vietnam: 2026 Investor Guide
02/07/2026
Strategic Context: To see how these operational topics connect within a unified control framework, read our Vietnam JV Governance Manifesto. When entering the Vietnamese market, understanding Corporate Governance in Vietnam is the most critical step for foreign investors. Long-term success is rarely determined by the ease of entity registration; it is determined by the robustness...
FDI Control Framework: Governance & IP Security in Vietnam
25/06/2026
FDI Control Framework: Governance & IP Security in Vietnam For foreign investors in Vietnam, the focus is often on the initial setup and licensing process. However, long-term success relies on maintaining operational control. Building a robust FDI control framework ensures that your corporate governance, veto powers, and intellectual property remain protected throughout the lifecycle of...
Vietnam Market Entry Strategy 2026: The Comprehensive Guide
21/06/2026
Vietnam Market Entry Strategy 2026: The Comprehensive Guide Developing a professional Vietnam market entry strategy is essential for foreign SMEs looking to capitalize on the country’s rapid industrialization in 2026. Whether you are a manufacturer or a technology service provider, the complexity of the regulatory landscape requires a clear, expert-led roadmap to ensure long-term stability...
Securing Your Intellectual Property in Vietnam: Proactive Governance
18/06/2026
For foreign investors and SMEs entering the Vietnamese market, IP protection in Vietnam is often viewed as a legal hurdle to clear once. However, the most successful companies treat IP security as a continuous governance strategy rather than a static document. If you are expanding your operations, your intellectual property represents your competitive edge. Protecting...
Vietnam Post-Incorporation Compliance 2026: The Critical 90-Day Checklist
24/04/2026
Vietnam Post-Incorporation Compliance 2026: The Critical 90-Day Checklist You’ve received your Enterprise Registration Certificate (ERC). Your Tax ID is active. On paper, your company is alive. But in the current regulatory environment, Vietnam post-incorporation compliance 2026 is where the most significant operational risks reside. For foreign SMEs, compliance is no longer a year-end administrative task....
Company Setup in Vietnam 2026: A Practical Guide to the “ERC-First” Fast-Track
22/04/2026
Company Setup in Vietnam 2026: A Practical Guide to the “ERC-First” Fast-Track Planning a company setup in Vietnam 2026? For foreign investors, the new Investment Law has fundamentally rewritten the playbook for market entry. As of early 2026, the traditional “chicken-and-egg” struggle, where you needed an office lease to get a license, has been solved...
Vietnam Business Setup 2026: Why “Execution-First” is the New Standard
19/04/2026
Vietnam Business Setup 2026: Why “Execution-First” is the New Standard Entering the Vietnamese market has traditionally been a test of patience. However, the Vietnam business setup 2026 landscape has been fundamentally reshaped. For foreign SMEs, the focus has shifted from “waiting for permission” to “strategic execution.” If you are evaluating Vietnam FDI consulting services this...
Vietnam Investment Law 2026: How the New “ERC-First” Model Speeds Up Market Entry
13/04/2026
ERC-First Licensing: Vietnam Investment Law 2026 Guide For foreign SMEs, the Vietnam Investment Law 2026 represents the most significant shift in business licensing in over a decade. As of March 1, 2026, the traditional approach has been replaced by a streamlined framework. Understanding ERC-First licensing is now a competitive necessity for market entry. Navigating Regulatory...
Vietnam CIT 2026 for Foreign SMEs: Navigating the New Tax Landscape
06/04/2026
Vietnam CIT 2026 for Foreign SMEs: Navigating the New Tax Landscape The regulatory environment in Southeast Asia is evolving rapidly, and the recent implementation of the Vietnam CIT 2026 for foreign SMEs represents the most significant shift in a decade. With the Law on Corporate Income Tax (CIT) 2025 and Circular 20/2026/TT-BTC now in full...