EVENT
Your Blueprint for Vietnam Expansion – From Insight to Execution
Date/Time
Date(s) - 02 Apr 2026
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
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Vietnam has entered into a new regulatory era. With the announcement of the 2025–2026 Investment Law, the rules governing foreign ownership, licensing, compliance, tax obligations and operational governance are undergoing meaningful changes that will directly shape how companies enter and operate in the market.
For foreign investors, these updates matter. They influence how quickly you can set up, what approvals you must secure, your tax exposure, your compliance responsibilities, and the structural decisions that determine long‑term success in Vietnam.
To help organisations navigate this shift, we hosted a webinar – Your Blueprint for Vietnam Expansion: From Insight to Execution, designed for business leaders and decision-makers who are evaluating or preparing for expansion into Vietnam.
Our expert panel of speakers shared the new rules and their real‑world implications including:
- Key changes under the new 2025–2026 Investment Law and how they impact foreign business setup, ownership structures and market entry pathways.
- Updated licensing procedures – what has changed, what remains and the practical steps investors must prepare for.
- New tax and accounting expectations for foreign‑owned entities, including filing obligations, reporting standards and compliance timelines.
- The evolving role of the legal representative in Vietnam and how this position differs from directors in other jurisdictions.
- HR and workforce considerations you must take note – labour contracts, statutory obligations and common pitfalls.
- Practical scenarios, common mistakes and on‑the‑ground insights drawn from real cases handled by our experts.
Successful expansion into Vietnam goes beyond compliance – it’s about understanding the nuances beneath the surface and executing each step with precision. With the establishment of our Vietnam office, BoardRoom provides on-the-ground expertise and regional support to guide businesses through setup, compliance and scalable growth.
Should you wish to have a conversation on this topic or require support on your Vietnam expansion, please feel free to contact our team Brian Nguyen at [email protected] or Foo Suan Kit at [email protected].
Host and Speakers
Foo Suan Kit
Chief Commercial Officer, Asia,
BoardRoom Group
Suan Kit brings over 20 years of experience in the professional services sector, with a strong track record in commercial leadership, business development and operational excellence. As BoardRoom’s Chief Commercial Officer, Asia, he drives the Group’s regional growth strategy and strengthens client partnerships across markets.
A Singapore Chartered Accountant and member of the ASEAN Chartered Professional Accountant, Suan Kit is known for combining strong technical expertise with commercial acumen, developing high-performing teams and building trusted client relationships.
Brian Nguyen
Country Manager,
BoardRoom Vietnam
With over 15 years of experience in corporate and consultancy services, Brian specialises in foreign investment licensing, market entry advisory, project management, corporate secretarial support and HR advisory for multinational clients in Vietnam where he led market development, Market Entry teams and People Solutions functions.
As BoardRoom Vietnam’s Country Manager, Brian manages ecosystem partners and works closely with our professional team to deliver business advisory and oversee compliance activities for foreign investors operating in Vietnam.
He holds a Bachelor of Law from the University of Law, Ho Chi Minh City, a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Wales (UK) and has completed the Accelerated Management Program at NUS Business School. He is currently pursuing his law practicing licence at the Vietnam Judicial Academy.
Le Tien Dat (Daniel)
Managing Partner,
ADK Vietnam Lawyers
Daniel brings close to 15 years of legal practice and leadership experience at top law firms in Vietnam. His areas of expertise include corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, renewable energy, real estate, construction, inbound and outbound investment projects, dispute mediation and settlement, as well as international trade.
He has advised on multiple high-profile matters, including serving as core counsel on a multi-million-dollar foreign investment into Vietnam and supporting a leading global pharmaceutical company on the organisational restructuring of its representative offices in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.
Daniel is also a licensed arbitrator at the Southern Trade Arbitration Centre (STAC).
Harry Vu
Managing Partner,
JPA Tax and Advisory Vietnam (Member of JPA International)
Harry has over 20 years of in-depth experience in tax, accounting and audit in Vietnam. He advises FDI enterprises, large corporations and growing businesses on tax compliance, financial reporting, accounting system setup and financial risk management.
As a Certified Public Accountant and licensed tax practitioner, Harry specialises in handling complex tax matters, working with tax authorities and identifying material misstatements in financial statements. He also participates in financial due diligence and transaction advisory engagements, helping investors assess tax exposures, earnings quality and the sustainability of target companies.
He currently focuses on supporting businesses in optimising tax structures, strengthening compliance and building transparent and efficient accounting systems.