News & editorial
News filed in 2016
News and editorial on file: registry notices, a market trend note, a buyer's guide and methodology explainers. Each carries a date and comes from the editorial team.
Filed in 2016, newest first
December 26, 2016 · Guide
Probation Period in Vietnam: Limits Under the Labor Code
Probation period in Vietnam under the Labor Code: 60, 30 or 6 working days by job level, and pay of at least 85 percent of the job's wage.
November 7, 2016 · Guide
E-Invoice in Vietnam: What Buyers Should Know
E-invoice in Vietnam explained for business buyers: what a valid electronic invoice shows, how it is signed and stored, and what to ask a seller.
October 19, 2016 · Guide
Phone Battery Safety: Lessons From the Note 7 Recall
Phone battery safety explained through the Galaxy Note 7 recall: how to check your phone against a notice and charge it more safely.
September 26, 2016 · Guide
Freight Forwarder in Vietnam: Questions to Ask First
Freight forwarder in Vietnam: the licence, liability, quote and document questions a shipper should ask before hiring one.
August 5, 2016 · Guide
Supplement Advertising Claims in Vietnam: What Is Allowed
Supplement advertising claims in Vietnam: what the 2012 advertising law allows, why an ad cannot promise a cure, and how to spot overreach.
July 11, 2016 · Guide
Fish Sauce Buying Guide: Nitrogen Grade and Origin
A fish sauce buying guide for Vietnam shoppers: how to read the nitrogen degree, the ingredient list and the origin label before you choose a bottle.
June 19, 2016 · Guide
Air Conditioner Buying Guide: Inverter, Size and Stars
This air conditioner buying guide explains room size, HP and BTU, inverter units and energy stars so you can pick the right model.
May 18, 2016 · Guide
HTTPS for Business Websites: Setup and Why It Matters
HTTPS for business websites explained: what the padlock means, how certificates work, and how to get a free one from Let's Encrypt.
April 3, 2016 · Guide
Mobile Wallet in Vietnam: Check the License First
Mobile wallet in Vietnam: how to confirm a provider is licensed by the State Bank before you add money, and which receipts to keep.
March 6, 2016 · Guide
HACCP Certificate Meaning: What Food Buyers Should Ask
A HACCP certificate shows a food supplier's safety system was audited. Learn what it covers, how it differs from ISO 22000, and who issues it.
February 20, 2016 · Guide
Study Abroad Agency: How to Check a Vietnam Consultant
A study abroad agency in Vietnam should be licensed, give a written contract and explain every fee. Here is a short checklist for families.
January 24, 2016 · Guide
Corporate Tet Gifts: A Buyer's Checklist for Companies
Corporate tet gifts for 2016: a plain checklist to pick a supplier, check labels and dates, and get a proper VAT invoice before Tet.