News & editorial
News filed in 2020
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 2020, newest first
December 9, 2020 · Guide
Fake Online Store: Six Signs to Check Before You Pay
A fake online store looks real but takes your money and sends nothing. Six checks on seller details, payment method and reviews before you pay.
November 23, 2020 · Guide
Law on Enterprises 2020: Changes for Business Owners
Law on Enterprises 2020 takes effect on 1 January. See what changes for company owners, state-owned firms, seals and registration.
October 26, 2020 · Guide
Vietnam fake goods penalties: what Decree 98 changes
Vietnam fake goods penalties under Decree 98/2020/ND-CP: fines for selling counterfeit and smuggled goods, who pays, and what it means for buyers and sellers.
September 13, 2020 · Guide
Online Learning Safety for Kids: Platform and Privacy Checks
Online learning safety for kids: a plain checklist for parents and schools to vet apps, accounts and data use during remote classes.
August 9, 2020 · Guide
Online Grocery in Vietnam: How to Order Fresh Food Safely
Online grocery in Vietnam made simple: five checks on the seller, delivery time, cold chain, labels and returns before you order fresh food.
July 3, 2020 · Guide
EVFTA Tariff Cuts: What Buyers and Importers Should Know
Explains EVFTA tariff cuts under the EU-Vietnam trade deal and the origin papers buyers and importers should check before counting on lower duties.
June 7, 2020 · Guide
Electric Fan Buying Guide: Stand, Tower and Wall
This electric fan buying guide helps households compare stand, tower and wall fans on airflow, noise, safety guards and running cost for the hot season.
May 19, 2020 · Guide
POS Terminal in Vietnam: Fees Merchants Should Compare
A pos terminal in vietnam has four costs to compare: the merchant discount rate, terminal rental, settlement time and contract exit terms.
April 3, 2020 · Guide
Zoom Meeting Security: Settings That Stop Intruders
Zoom meeting security in plain steps: passcodes, waiting rooms, screen share limits and link habits that keep your calls private. A host checklist.
March 25, 2020 · Guide
Work From Home Policy: A Simple Guide for Vietnam SMEs
A work from home policy for Vietnam SMEs: what to write on hours, equipment, data security and costs, with the Labor Code limits that apply.
February 20, 2020 · Guide
Supplier Delays: A Backup Plan for Importers and Buyers
Supplier delays can stall your stock. Here is a plain backup plan for Vietnamese importers and buyers: map suppliers, hold safety stock, add a second source.
January 9, 2020 · Guide
Vietnam Traffic Fines: What Decree 100 Changed
Vietnam traffic fines rose on 1 January 2020 under Decree 100/2019/ND-CP, with far heavier drink driving penalties for drivers and riders. Key levels explained.