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In Vietnam’s 2026 data environment, having a single privacy policy is no longer enough. With the Law on Data, the Law on Personal Data Protection, and Decree 363/2026/ND-CP taking effect, businesses must map how personal and corporate data flow across departments and apply separate controls.
Read articleFrom 15 November 2026, Decree 371/2026/ND-CP sets recruitment and employee-management rules for specific foreign organisations and individuals. Start with the list below. Foreign ownership or a foreign director alone does not place an ordinary FDI company within this special definition. Check this list first Article…
Read articleIntroduction Closing the office does not close the company. A business may have stopped trading, vacated its registered address or remained inactive for years. However, until its tax status has been properly resolved, it may not be fully closed for tax purposes. An unresolved status…
Read articleIntroduction A licence required today may no longer be required in 2027. But that does not mean businesses should simply stop complying or abandon pending applications. Vietnam adopted Law No. 24/2026/QH16 on 24 August 2026, amending the Law on Investment No. 143/2025/QH15. Although adopted in…
Read articleIntroduction Not every transaction or receipt that does not give rise to output VAT should be treated in the same way. A business may receive compensation or settlement amounts, collect or pay amounts on behalf of another party, undertake real-estate transactions involving deductible land value,…
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MARKET DATA
Vietnam Government News · November 4, 2026
Vietnam reported US$54.85 billion in registered foreign investment for the first ten months of 2026. This includes US$7.99 billion in capital contributions and share purchases , up 49.6% year on year , across 2,616 transactions.
These figures support continued attention to acquisitions and strategic partnerships in Vietnam.
COMPLETED ACQUISITION
Haier · November 3, 2026
Haier Smart Home announced on 3 November that it had acquired 100% of Ferroli ASEAN , the Southeast Asian business of Italy's Ferroli group. The business has manufacturing, distribution and service operations in Vietnam, principally serving the electric water-heater market.
The transaction illustrates how an established local business can provide an international buyer with manufacturing capacity, distribution access and recognised products.
ACQUISITION
AAE · November 2, 2026
Dutch industrial group AAE announced its acquisition of Setsu Precision Technology on 2 November . Based in Malaysia's Klang Valley, Setsu supplies precision components to sectors including semiconductors, industrial automation and advanced machinery.
For industrial buyers, an acquisition can accelerate access to technical skills, qualified production processes and local supply chains.
FUTURE INVESTMENT
Google · November 4, 2026
Google announced on 4 November plans to invest US$15 billion in Malaysia during 2027-2028 . Its programme includes data-centre infrastructure, clean energy, water-related initiatives and workforce development.
Large infrastructure programmes may create opportunities for construction businesses, engineering providers, energy suppliers and other service companies.
PROPOSED ACQUISITION
Horizon Quantum, SEC Form 6-K · November 5, 2026
On 5 November , Horizon Quantum entered into a non-binding letter of intent to acquire Singapore-based Entropica Labs for an anticipated US$27 million , payable in Horizon Quantum Class A ordinary shares.
A share-based offer requires sellers to assess both the business being sold and the securities they would receive.
MARKET REFORM
Reuters · November 6, 2026
Reuters reported on 6 November that Indonesia was accelerating capital-market reforms following MSCI's concerns about ownership transparency and trading practices. Authorities cited progress on free float and disclosure of holdings above 1%, while acknowledging that further…
Investors should give particular attention to beneficial ownership, related-party relationships and realistic exit options.
AGREED EXIT
Reuters via CNA · November 5, 2026
Unilever confirmed on 5 November that it had agreed to sell its shareholding in Unilever EAC Myanmar Company Limited to Centig Holding Company Limited , an affiliate of its local joint-venture partner.
Exit planning requires as much attention as market entry.
