Introduced in 2021, the European Union's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is a tax levy applied to imported goods based on their greenhouse gas emissions during production in the country of origin, aiming to protect the environment and ensure fair trade. Following a transitional period of more than two years, the mechanism officially entered its final operational phase in January.
The Council of Trade Ministers of the European Union member states recently approved amendments to the Generalised System of Preferences (GSP) for developing countries. The new regulations continue to facilitate the entry of goods into the EU market, but tighten conditions regarding labour, environment, good governance, and cooperation on migration.
Việt Nam is moving closer to achieving investment-grade status, as international credit agencies continue to express confidence in the country's economic outlook and reform efforts. Most recently, Moody's Ratings upgraded Việt Nam's sovereign outlook to "Positive," highlighting improvements in governance, institutional quality and economic resilience.
Việt Nam has officially rolled out a sweeping nationwide campaign to combat intellectual property (IP) violations, signaling a robust shift from legislative planning to strict enforcement. Running through the end of May, the government directive aims to clean up both physical markets and the rapidly expanding digital space.
Introduced in 2021, the European Union's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is a tax levy applied to imported goods based on their greenhouse gas emissions during production in the country of origin, aiming to protect the environment and ensure fair trade. Following a transitional period of more than two years, the mechanism officially entered its final operational phase in January.
As digital transformation reshapes economies worldwide, small and medium-sized enterprises are increasingly seen as a key force driving innovation and competitiveness. Việt Nam's SMEs are emerging as some of the strongest performers in the Asia-Pacific region, driven by rapid digital adoption and growing business confidence.
Việt Nam’s on-chain crypto transaction value has surged from around 90 billion US dollars in 2023–2024 to 220 billion US dollars now, making it the third-largest crypto market in Asia. Việt Nam is set to launch a pilot digital asset trading platform in the third quarter of 2026. This move marks a shift away from a legal grey area.