HCMC Achieves Highest Tax Number Cleanup Rate in Vietnam

Key pointsAs of September 8, 2026, Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) has achieved a tax number cleanup rate of 19.6% in a campaign by Vietnamese tax authorities, holding the highest absolute number at 26.1%. The highest cleanup rate was recorded in Lai Chau Province at 74.8%, followed by Gia Lai Province at 66.6% and Hanoi at 62.5%. Tax authorities emphasize the importance of supporting taxpayers in completing their procedures correctly.
Business impactJapanese companies need to enhance information provision and procedural support for taxpayers, as transparency and prompt responses in tax procedures are required. Particularly in operating in HCMC, it is crucial to strengthen collaboration with local tax authorities to ensure smooth tax-related processes.

Key pointsIn Vietnam, among approximately 1,600 listed companies, only 10 are foreign direct investment (FDI) firms, accounting for just 0.15% of the total market capitalization. This represents a very small impact of FDI companies on GDP and employment. FDI firms wishing to go public must fulfill contracts made with local governments at the time of investment approval, which poses a barrier to listing. Additionally, the complexity of legal procedures also affects this process. As FTSE Russell upgrades Vietnam's stock market to an emerging market, there is a call for promoting the listing of FDI companies.
Business impactJapanese companies should pay attention to changes in policies that promote the listing of FDI firms. Particularly, as conditions and procedures for listing become clearer, there may be increased opportunities for fundraising, necessitating a review of investment strategies. Strengthening collaboration with companies aiming for public listing is especially important.

Key pointsVingroup, one of the highest-paying companies in Vietnam, has announced plans to allocate 30.5 trillion VND for personnel costs by 2025. This aims to enhance the company's competitiveness in securing talented personnel, with average salaries expected to reach 40 million VND per month. Vietcombank is also investing 1 trillion VND monthly in talent retention. These moves indicate a rise in salaries within Vietnam's labor market.
Business impactFor Japanese companies, securing talent in Vietnam may become increasingly challenging. In particular, a review of salary levels and enhancement of benefits will be necessary amid intensifying competition for skilled personnel.

Key pointsThe Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) set up a booth at a cultural and commercial exchange program between Vietnam and Japan to promote cooperation activities. The event showcased achievements in areas such as human resource development, agriculture, and infrastructure development supported by JICA, with a particular emphasis on over 50 years of collaboration with Can Tho University and efforts towards sustainable development.
Business impactThis event provides opportunities for Japanese companies to participate in human resource development and infrastructure projects in Vietnam. Companies considering collaboration in agriculture and education sectors should consider partnering with JICA.

Key pointsVietjet and the aviation technology group Thales signed a significant cooperation agreement regarding aircraft maintenance, digital aviation, AI, and cybersecurity. This agreement deepens economic and technological cooperation between Vietnam and France and was signed in the presence of French President Emmanuel Macron at the Élysée Palace in Paris. The contract aims for Thales to provide maintenance services for Vietjet's aircraft to enhance operational reliability, along with a memorandum for secure applications of data utilization and cloud computing. This is expected to contribute to the development of Vietnam's aviation industry.
Business impactThis cooperation not only improves Vietjet's operational efficiency but also expands options for Japanese companies looking for outsourcing partners in aircraft maintenance. Companies considering hiring aviation-related technicians and engineers need to pay attention to future market trends.

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Key pointsフォーブスの最新のリアルタイム億万長者ランキングによると、ベトナムには現在7人の億万長者が存在し、総資産は約550億ドルです。特に、マサングループの会長であるグエン・ダン・クアン氏が、株価の下落によりランキングから外れました。現在、最も資産が多いのは、ビングループの会長であるファム・ニャット・ヴオン氏で、資産は379億ドルです。
Business impact億万長者の動向は、ベトナムの経済や投資環境に影響を与える可能性があります。日系企業は、富裕層の動向を注視し、マーケティング戦略を見直す必要があります。