On 17 July 2020, the National Assembly of Vietnam issued Investment Law No. 61/2020/QH14 which will replace the current Investment Law No. 67/2014/QH13 of 26 November 2014 as of 1 January 2021.
Please run through key changes in bullet points...
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Although many foreign investors generally have a basic understanding of investing in Vietnam, some are unfamiliar with the process. This article explores the primary investment forms available to foreign enterprises in Vietnam: Representative Offices (RO), Branches, and Subsidiaries. Each form has unique features, such as legal status, operational autonomy, and licensing procedures. While Representative Offices are ideal for market research and initial stages, Branches face practical limitations and are rarely utilized. Subsidiaries, offering the greatest operational freedom and profitability, are the most suitable for large-scale investments. A detailed comparison of these options helps investors navigate Vietnam's regulatory environment effectively.
Non-Vietnamese investors face market access restrictions when acquiring Vietnamese gaming companies, including foreign ownership caps and requirements on business structures. Additionally, different categories of games must meet complex licensing conditions. To mitigate regulatory risks, investors often adopt cross-border services or multi-tiered structures for investment, but such arrangements must be handled carefully to avoid violating Vietnamese laws
Last week, I met a startup’s CEO and was questioned about how to get rid of a troublesome shareholder (also an employee) in his company.
From an employment relationship …
His question reminds me of my earlier days at a local...
