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The Growing Importance Of IEC (Import And Export Code) In The Age Of CrossBorder E-Commerce
In this modern world, regulatory compliance has become a vital element of international business operations. India’s foreign trade policies are defined by a select set of regulatory requirements. Import Export Code (IEC) issued by Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) is the unique identification number for every importer and exporter of the nation. While IEC has always been a mandatory requirement, its relevancy has significantly improved in the digital commerce era.
India International
LegaLogic
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Vietnam's IP Action Plan Copyright Elements
Following the U.S. Trade Representative's designation of Vietnam as a Priority Foreign Country for IP violations, the Vietnamese government has launched a comprehensive enforcement initiative targeting digital piracy and copyright infringement. The Action Plan mandates coordinated action across multiple ministries, establishes stricter platform liability rules, and signals a shift toward criminal prosecution of large-scale online piracy operations.
Vietnam IP
R
Rouse
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Anwalt in Vietnam Dr. Oliver Massmann – Vietnam Manufacturing Playbook: Aufbau einer rechtskonformen und zoll¬effizienten China–Vietnam–EU Lieferkette – Ein praktischer Leitfaden zu WTO, EVFTA, Ursprungsregeln und Zollkonformität – TEIL I
Global supply chains are undergoing one of their most significant transformations in decades, with Vietnam emerging as a premier manufacturing destination for companies pursuing a 'China + 1' strategy. However, relocating production to Vietnam is not merely a logistical challenge but a complex legal project requiring careful planning of customs procedures, corporate structures, and regulatory compliance before the first shipment arrives.
Vietnam International
DM
Duane Morris LLP
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Geopolitics And Industrial Demand: The Outlook For China-India Electronics Supply Chain Cooperation
India's electronics sector sits on a contradiction currently. Under the Atmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India programmes, the country is pushing hard to localise manufacturing and reduce dependence on imports. At the same time, its fast-growing electronics industry still relies on mature production technology, integrated supply chains and cost-competitive components from China.
China Government
AB
AnJie Broad Law Firm
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ベトナムの税関調査：当局がドアをノックする前に外資系製造業者ができる準備方法
Foreign manufacturers operating in Vietnam face critical questions about customs investigations and compliance readiness. This analysis explores how proper preparation, documentation management, and internal procedures can transform customs audits from potential crises into manageable compliance exercises, revealing the fundamental principles that separate well-prepared companies from those caught off-guard.
Vietnam Commercial
DM
Duane Morris LLP
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Anwalt in Vietnam Dr. Oliver Massmann – Zwanzig kostspielige Fehler internationaler Hersteller beim Aufbau von Produktionsstätten in Vietnam – und wie man sie vermeidet
International manufacturers establishing production facilities in Vietnam face numerous legal, regulatory, customs, and structural challenges that are often overlooked during the planning phase. Drawing from over 25 years of experience advising multinational companies, this comprehensive guide identifies 20 critical mistakes—from misunderstanding origin rules and customs procedures to underestimating compliance requirements and documentation needs—and provides actionable strategies to avoid cost
Vietnam International
DM
Duane Morris LLP
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Beyond WTO Compliance: Why Vietnam Should Introduce A Deemed Approval Mechanism For Advance Customs Rulings Learning From International Best Practices To Build The Next Generation Of Trade Facilitation
Vietnam has fully implemented the WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement by establishing advance customs rulings, but now faces an opportunity to move beyond minimum compliance. By introducing a deemed approval mechanism—where applications are automatically approved if Customs fails to respond within statutory deadlines—Vietnam could distinguish itself as one of Asia's most predictable and investor-friendly customs jurisdictions, strengthening its competitive position for foreign direct investment.
Vietnam International
DM
Duane Morris LLP
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EU’s 2026 Steel TRQ Regulation: From Temporary Safeguards To Permanent Industrial Policy?
The European Union's 2026 Steel import Regulation marks a fundamental shift from temporary trade safeguards to permanent industrial policy, dramatically reducing tariff-free quotas by 47%, doubling out-of-quota duties to 50%, and introducing stringent 'melt and pour' traceability requirements. This transformation raises critical questions about whether traditional distinctions between trade remedies and industrial policy are disappearing, with significant implications for major steel exporters like India.
Worldwide International
LS
Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan
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Vượt ra ngoài tuân thủ WTO: Vì sao Việt Nam nên áp dụng cơ chế “được coi là phê duyệt” đối với các quyết định trước về hải quan – Học hỏi từ thông lệ quốc tế để xây dựng thế hệ kế tiếp về tạo thuận lợi thương mại
Vietnam has consistently demonstrated its willingness to exceed minimum international standards when modernizing its legal system. From Đổi Mới to WTO accession, from EVFTA implementation...
Vietnam International
DM
Duane Morris LLP
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Rationalising Cross-Border Compliance: The Reserve Bank Of India’s 2026 Overhaul Of FEMA Reporting Requirements
The Reserve Bank of India has undertaken a comprehensive overhaul of FEMA reporting requirements between January and April 2026, consolidating scattered circulars into principle-based regulations while introducing new digital portals and standardised forms. These reforms balance procedural simplification with enhanced reporting granularity across external commercial borrowings, cross-border guarantees, export-import trade, and non-debt investment flows.
India Finance
IL
IndiaLaw LLP
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China: A Real Opening-Up, Or Opening-Up With Boundaries? Where Is China’s Capital Market Heading?
China's securities regulator has signaled continued capital market opening through measures including RMB foreign exchange trading pilots, QFI participation in treasury bond futures, and expanded support for foreign financial institutions. Yet this expansion operates within a dynamic framework where openness remains bounded by security considerations, with boundaries adjusting as market sophistication and financial infrastructure strengthen.
China Finance
KG
K&L Gates LLP
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Vietnam – Rules Of Origin Under The EVFTA: Ten Questions Every European Manufacturer Should Ask Before Moving Production To Vietnam
The European Union–Vietnam Free Trade Agreement has transformed Vietnam into a strategic gateway to European markets, but many manufacturers mistakenly believe that simply assembling products in Vietnam automatically qualifies them for preferential tariff treatment. Understanding the complex rules of origin is essential before relocating production, as these technical requirements determine whether companies can benefit from the EVFTA's significant tariff advantages while maintaining compliance with c
Vietnam International
DM
Duane Morris LLP
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