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Vietnam mulls stricter rules for e-commerce sellers and refund policies

During a group discussion on the draft Law on E-Commerce this afternoon, National Assembly deputies shared numerous opinions on the responsibilities of sellers and platform owners in the digital marketplace.

Cross-border e-commerce platforms help Vietnamese products reach more markets

Vietnam's e-commerce market has surpassed 25 billion USD, a 20% increase from the previous year, accounting for about 10% of total retail sales and consumer service revenue. That gives Vietnam the third place in Southeast Asia in this regard.

Cross-border e-commerce: a strategic driver for national exports

The country's e-commerce market was estimated to reach over 25 billion USD last year, marking year-on-year growth of 20%.

Vietnam’s e-commerce forecast to hit USD 28 billion in 2025

Vietnam’s B2C e-commerce is expected to grow 25.5% in 2025, driven by video shopping and AI tech.

Hanoi to launch store on Shopee to boost capital’s e-commerce

Hanoi will open an official store on e-commerce platform Shopee this year, as part of the effort to boost the capital's digital economy.

Vietnam pushes green solutions for e-commerce

The value of the e-commerce market was estimated at around 25 billion USD last year, accounting for about 9% of the country's total retail sales of goods and services.

First Vietnam–US B2B e-commerce platform launched to boost digital trade

The first international B2B e-commerce platform designed to support Vietnamese enterprises in accessing the US market has been launched in Ho Chi Minh City.

Amazon and Vietrade unite to boost global reach of Vietnamese brands

The 'V-Brands Go Global' program will help transform Vietnamese products into global icons.

Vietnam, Laos hold cross-border e-commerce seminar in Vientiane

The Vietnamese and Lao Ministries of Industry and Trade jointly organised a thematic seminar on promoting cross-border e-commerce between the two countries in Vientiane on July 18.

Vietnam’s e-commerce thrives but faces urgent regulatory challenges

E-commerce is booming in Vietnam with double-digit growth, yet experts warn that without tighter regulations and oversight, long-term sustainable value may be at risk.

Online business tax evaders exposed, billions lost to sophisticated schemes

Tax authorities have revealed increasingly sophisticated schemes by individuals and businesses to evade taxes, with some earning hundreds of billions of dong while declaring little to no income.

Three solutions to help e-commerce sellers adapt to new tax regulations

New regulations on taxes and fees for e-commerce platforms have officially taken effect from July, requiring sellers to quickly adapt by implementing three key measures to safeguard profits and maintain competitiveness.

Businesses backlash to e-commerce platforms collecting additional fees

Unlike familiar fees such as discounts, shipping or advertising fees, the "platform infrastructure fee" is a new charge applied by Shopee across the system.

Vietnamese consumers spend 16 billion USD on online shopping in 2024

Shopee holds the largest market share, commanding 65% of GMV (around 10.4 billion USD), followed by TikTok Shop at 28% (4.5 billion USD), Lazada at 6% (1 billion USD) and Tiki at 1% (nearly 200 million USD).

Over 11,000 e-commerce storefronts flagged for violations in H1

In addition to institutional reform, the agency is also rolling out key solution groups to combat counterfeit goods, imitations, and intellectual property infringements in the digital environment.

New law requires full transparency for online product listings in Vietnam

E-commerce platforms in Vietnam must now verify sellers, require full product information, monitor listings using technology, remove violating products, and bear joint responsibility if violations persist.

Master plan for national e-commerce development approved

The plan positions e-commerce as a pioneering sector of the digital economy, playing a key role in transforming the country’s growth model, boosting competitiveness, and promoting sustainable development.

Vietnam leads e-commerce: 99% of consumers shop online

A Visa survey reveals near-universal online shopping in Vietnam, fueled by new digital payment tech.

E-commerce tax revenues soar 55% in five months

A total of 158 foreign service providers have registered, declared, and paid taxes through the Department of Taxation’s electronic portal, contributing 5.7 trillion VND, up 41% year-on-year.

Hanoi tops E-Commerce Business Index 2025

The Vietnam E-Commerce Association (VECOM) has unveiled the Vietnam E-Commerce Business Index 2025 (EBI 2025) report, with Hanoi securing the top spot.