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We would like to invite you to our webinars on Friday, 12 December 2025, and Tuesday, 16 December 2025, to review and learn about key 2025 tax finalisation topics and stay ahead with the latest tax changes.

Soilbuild International is pleased to announce that its project, Spectrum Nghe An, has been awarded Best Industrial Development at the PropertyGuru Vietnam Property Awards 2025, held on 24th of October 2025, in Ho Chi Minh City. The PropertyGuru Vietnam Property Awards is part of the prestigious PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards series, the largest and most respected real estate awards programme in Asia.

As the Festive Season approaches, Caravelle Saigon, in collaboration with VinaCapital Foundation (VCF), is bringing a heartwarming charitable initiative to life — and we are delighted to invite all HKBAV members to take part in the very first “Beary Christmas” Charity Program. By adopting a Caravelle Bear for VND 299,000 nett, you will be directly supporting children battling cancer in Vietnam through VCF’s Can-Care/Can-Clover Program.

Are you ready for a fun-filled family vacation. Don't miss the super attractive Family Staycation package at Becamex Hotel. 2 days 1 night package with full amenities and free activities: Buffet breakfast, Swimming, tennis, bicycle, gym, sauna, cool ice cream, 300.000 VND service voucher and many other offers! Contact now for detailed advice.

Government Decree 304/2025, effective December 1, sets stricter conditions for seizing collateral, especially assets that are a borrower’s sole residence or essential work tools. In such cases, lenders must set aside a compensation amount equivalent to six to twelve months of minimum wage. The measure aims to improve transparency in bad debt handling and reduce credit risk in the banking system.

Quang Ninh Province is aiming to generate VND58 trillion in tourism revenue this year after surpassing its goal of 21 million visitors, driven by new tourism products, expanded nighttime activities, and large-scale events. As of mid-November 2025, Quang Ninh had welcomed 21.28 million visitors, up 12% year-on-year. Tourism revenue reached at least VND57 trillion, a 22.46% increase from the same period last year. With its visitor target achieved, the province is now pushing toward its revenue goal of VND58 trillion.

Vietnam’s lobster exports reached a record US$712 million in the first 10 months of the year, up 135% from a year earlier, driven by green lobster shipments and strong demand from China and Hong Kong, according to the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP). Customs data showed October exports climbed 75% year-on-year to about US$93 million. Green lobster accounted for 98% of total export revenue, bringing in US$700 million in January–October, rocketing 141% year-on-year.

Vietnam’s digital economy is expected to reach US$39 billion in gross merchandise value (GMV) by 2025, making it the second-fastest-growing market in Southeast Asia, according to the e-Conomy SEA 2025 report jointly released by Google, Temasek, and Bain & Company. The report highlights Vietnam as the regional leader in AI readiness and consumer trust, with 81% of users interacting with AI daily and 96% expressing strong confidence in AI tools.