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    Taiwan Investments Profile in

    Vietnam

    InvestmentProfile

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    Contents

    Taiwan Investments Profile in Vietnam .................................................................................. 1

    Foreword ......................................................................................................................................................... 4

    VIETNAM ....................................................................................................................................... 5

    GDP Growth ................................................................................................................................................... 6

    Population ....................................................................................................................................................... 6

    Key Sector Strengths .................................................................................................................................. 7

    Opportunities ................................................................................................................................................. 8Overview of Key Legal Issues ................................................................................................................. 9

    VIETNAM- TAIWAN RELATIONS ........................................................................................ 12

    Key Taiwanese Organizations ............................................................................................................. 13

    ODA and other Government Assistance .......................................................................................... 13

    FDI Inflow from Taiwan ......................................................................................................................... 13

    Taiwanese Companies in Vietnam..................................................................................................... 14

    Key Agreements ......................................................................................................................................... 14

    LNT & PARTNERS PROFILE .................................................................................................. 15

    About Us ........................................................................................................................................................ 16

    Our Team ...................................................................................................................................................... 16

    Our Lawyers ................................................................................................................................................ 16

    Our Practice Groups ................................................................................................................................. 17

    Our Rankings............................................................................................................................................... 18

    Our Awards .................................................................................................................................................. 19

    International Cooperation .................................................................................................................... 20

    Our Strategic Partners ............................................................................................................................ 21

    Appendix 1 ................................................................................................................................................... 22

    Appendix 2 ...................................................................................... Error! Bookmark not defined.

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    Foreword

    Taiwan is one of Vietnams largest investors, having contributed significant foreign

    direct investment and official development assistance over the past several years.

    Taiwans interest in Vietnam commenced even before Vietnam entered the WTO in

    2007; and in 2006, it was already ranked first in FDI contribution (standing at 93 million

    USD).

    In 2013, the bilateral trade of both countries reached 970 million USD, an increase of

    13.3% in comparison to the previous year and placing it as the seventh largest investor

    in Vietnam. Taiwanese FDI and ODA began before Vietnams accession to WTO in 2007.

    Since the economic downturn in 2008/2009, there has been a year-by-year increase in

    the number of Taiwanese businesses entering the Vietnamese market. This is assisted by

    the cultural ties between the two countries (including the large population of

    Vietnamese people living in Taiwan reaching over 400,000).

    The year-by-year increase is expected to continue well into the future as economic ties

    between the two countries strengthen.

    We hope this profile will give you some insight into why Taiwanese businesses are keenon expanding their operations in Vietnam and how your business will benefit from also

    entering this country of opportunities.

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    VIETNAM

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    GDP Growth

    Thanks to its strengthening export-oriented economy, Vietnams GDP has been growing

    year by year, much of which has been driven by key industries such as manufacturing,

    electronics and agriculture.

    As the Vietnamese Government continues to implement its roadmap of liberalizing the

    countrys economy, GDP growth is expected to continue to remain stable and/or

    increase. Furthermore, following Vietnams much awaited entry into the Trans-Pacific

    Partnership (TPP) Agreement in late 2014 or early 2015, which will effectively tear

    down trade barriers with Vietnams key trading partners, GDP is expected to grow

    rapidly with the anticipated increase in exports.

    Population

    Vietnam is home to approximately 90 million people and is one of Asias most densely

    populated countries. Over 70% of the population resides in rural areas, which rely

    primarily on agricultural production.

    Vietnam has a young population, with working-age adults representing over 50% of the

    population. The younger generation is increasingly aspiring to achieve affluent lifestyles.

    And with the introduction of jobs and an increase in wages, young people have more

    disposable income, creating an ideal market for new products and services.

    This youthful society presents an opportunity to foreign investors, both in terms of

    potential markets and also in terms of human resources. The youth of Vietnam are

    better educated than their predecessors and they have the drive to achieve a higherstandard of living, which makes them an eager and diligent workforce.

    Graph compiled with data taken from The World Bank

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    Financial Health

    The Vietnamese Government has taken efforts to curb the countrys recent high inflation

    rates, which have hampered investment progress in the past several years. These efforts

    have been successful and by the end of 2013, Vietnams average annual inflation rate

    stood at 6.60%, the lowest it has been in 10 years. As the Government continues rollingout its fiscal policies to slash inflation, which has decreased further as of early 2014,

    investor interest is expected to rise and Taiwanese businesses will benefit from the

    ensuing economic growth.

    The Governments efforts to achieve monetary stability have also been successful. The

    exchange rate of Vietnams official currency, the Vietnamese Dong (VND), has remained

    steady over the course of the past couple of years.

    Investors can take comfort in that the days of instability in Vietnams economy havepassed. A testament to the countrys positive financial outlook is the year-by-year

    increase in the Vietnam Stock Market (VN-Index) and the Governments continued

    efforts to tackle its number of bad debts.

    Key Sector Strengths

    Electronics Manufacturing

    Vietnams large supply of low wage workers and favorable tax incentives for the

    industry have attracted a growing number of foreign companies assembling or

    manufacturing electronics in the country. In 2013, computer and consumer electronics

    products and components dominated Vietnams total exports.

    Textiles

    The country also boasts a strong textiles industry and the demand for these products is

    expected to increase following entrance into the TPP Agreement. Vietnamsliberalization of business lines in this sector has led to unprecedented investor interest

    to satisfy the growing demand from overseas markets. Growth is expected to jump from

    12-13% to 15-20%, reaching 20 billion USD in 2017 and projected to surge to 50 billion

    USD by 2025.

    Agriculture

    With over 70% of the population living in rural areas, exports in agriculture remain one

    of Vietnams major contributors of GDP. The countrys tropical climate and uniquegeographical location have made it ideal for producing certain crops. Today, Vietnam is

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    one of the worlds largest exporters of rice, cashew nuts, coffee and black pepper. Other

    major exports of the country include seafood, rubber and wooden products.

    Banking

    While the Vietnamese banking industry has traditionally been restrictive against

    prospective foreign stakeholders, the Government has recently passed new regulations

    that will allow investors to acquire a larger stake in the countrys national banks. The

    loosening of these restrictions is expected to drive further interest in this industry as

    large infusions of capital will be needed to upgrade the systems, operations and

    branches of the current commercial and retail banking system.

    Logistics

    The growth potential of Vietnams logistics industry has been expanding as a result of

    the countrys increasing export turnover. Foreign interest in this industry has beensupported by recent figures provided by the Deputy Minister for Transport, who cited

    that local logistics providers are only able to handle 20% of market demand (with the

    remaining 80% being handled by foreign companies).

    Tourism

    For services, Vietnams tourism industry has attracted some of the largest FDI

    commitments into the country. In 2012, Vietnam welcomed over 7 million visitors.

    These figures, which are growing, make tourism a key growth industry driven by strongglobal and domestic demand.

    Opportunities

    While challenges remain in the countrys regulatory framework, Vietnam remains an

    attractive destination for foreign investment not least because of the Governments

    efforts to open its market to investors.

    Today, almost all investment sectors in the country are open to foreign investors (many

    as a result of the WTO commitments) and the rollout of further market openings is

    expected to take place within the next 1-2 years. On the agenda is also Vietnams long

    awaited entrance into the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement (TPP), the conclusion of

    which is expected to considerably drive demand for commodities from the country.

    It is, therefore, no surprise that in the 2014 ASEAN Business Outlook Survey by the U.S.

    Chamber of Commerce, Vietnam was ranked as the second most popular ASEAN

    destination for investment (after Indonesia). As a positive outlook, 85% of survey

    respondents in Vietnam further expected profits to increase in 2014.

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    The total amount of FDI has been increasing since 2011 and it is expected to continue in

    years to come.

    This positive outlook, which is driven by a stabilizing economy, a liberalization of the

    market and a dynamic labor force, has placed Vietnam on the radar as an emerging

    market to watch.

    Overview of Key Legal Issues

    Investment Process in Vietnam

    In 2007, Vietnam acceded to the WTO, which expanded foreign investors access to

    Vietnamese markets. Vietnams WTO commitments have drastically altered the

    investment environment by largely superseding the protective legislation which was

    one of the greatest challenges to doing business in Vietnam.

    Since accession, according to the Ministry of Finance, wholly foreign-owned entities

    have become the most common legal structure for FDI, followed by joint ventures and

    then BOT, BT, BTA and BCC contract arrangements.

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    Total FDI influx into Vietnam(US$ mil.)

    Total number of FDI projectsin Vietnam

    FDI Trend (2008-2013)

    2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013

    Total FDI influx

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    15,428.9 16,345.4 12,100.9 9,914.5 7,854.1 14,272.4

    Total number ofFDI projects in

    Vietnam1171 839 833 919 1100 1275

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    Licenses for foreign investors will be largely granted on the discretion of the ministries.

    The process may take approximately anywhere from 3 months (average time for the

    service sector) to 12 months (for large-scale projects needing prime ministerial

    approval).

    However, there has been a proposal to amend the current Law on Enterprises, which is

    expected to transform Vietnam into a more investment-friendly environment for

    investors. In practice, foreign investors in Vietnam are often required to obtain HS codes

    and investment licenses before commencing their business activities. The proposed

    amendments will remove these hurdles; instead, foreign investors will only be required

    to obtain a Business Registration Certificate in the same manner as Vietnamese

    companies. Moreover, the abolition of HS codes will allow businesses to engage in any

    business activities (other than those otherwise specifically prohibited such as activities

    in weaponry and drugs).

    Restrictions

    Prior to investing in Vietnam, certain requirements, such as demonstration of financial

    capacity and industry experience, will generally need to be fulfilled to the satisfaction of

    the authorities.

    Furthermore, while investment in a vast majority of sectors in Vietnam is open

    nowadays, certain sectors will demand for additional conditions to be satisfied. For

    example, projects in sectors that may have an adverse environmental effect (e.g.,

    manufacturing) will likely require an environmental impact assessment report.

    FDI approval for special services, such as banking, insurance, finance, and securities, will

    also be subject to higher scrutiny by the authorities, and satisfaction of more stringent

    conditions may be needed

    Taxation

    There is a double tax avoidance agreement in force between Vietnam and Taiwan, which

    allows tax paid in one of these countries to be offset against taxes payable in the other.

    Companies are generally subject to the corporate tax rate of 22%, which is applied from

    January 1st, 2014 until December 31st, 2015. From January 1st, 2016 onwards, this tax

    rate will be lowered to 20%.

    Investors may also be able to enjoy preferential tax rates (or even tax exemptions) if

    they satisfy some of the range of eligibility requirements set out under Vietnamese law

    (e.g., by operating projects in encouraged sectors).

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    Legal Framework

    However, Vietnamese laws are sometimes vague, ambiguous and inconsistent. This may,

    at times, lead to inconsistent applications of the law by the authorities. For this reason,

    we advise prospective investors to consult with the relevant authorities prior to

    carrying out their investment projects if any regulatory ambiguity or inconsistency

    arises.

    For more information on Vietnams legal landscape pertaining to FDI, please refer to the

    2014 IFLR Report by Bui Ngoc Hong, Do Huy and Nguyen Xuan Thuy at Appendix 3.

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    VIETNAM

    TAIWANRELATIONS

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    Key Taiwanese Organizations

    Three key organizations provide professional support for Taiwanese businesses

    interested in investing in Vietnam:

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    The Council of Taiwanese Chambers of Commerce in Vietnam2. Taipei Economic and Cultural Office

    3. Taiwan Business Association

    There is also an Embassy of Vietnam and Consulate-General of Vietnam in Taiwan.

    For more information on these organizations, please refer to Appendix 1.

    ODA and other Government Assistance

    Taiwan has provided ODA to support a broad spectrum of areas, including in finance,

    technological cooperation, talent development and humanitarian aid particularly for

    agriculture, aquaculture, husbandry, health/wellbeing, commerce and industry and IT.

    1959, Taiwan sent an agricultural technical mission to Saigon Vietnam. This marked the

    first record of international aid from Taiwan.

    After 1990, Taiwan began to provide support in not only agriculture but also technologyand engineering. Examples of such ODA work by Taiwan are highway projects, re-

    lending programs for small and medium enterprises and, most recently, medical support

    and technical support.

    FDI Inflow from Taiwan

    In the period of 1988-2000, FDIs from Taiwan reached USD 8,358 billion. Until 2006,

    Taiwan was the biggest investor in Vietnam.

    Since 2008, Vietnam has remained the third biggest beneficiary of FDI from Taiwan.

    2008 2009 2010 2011 2012

    Amount of FDI influxfrom Taiwan

    (million USD)

    639 243 670 458 944

    Number of FDIprojects 14 16 11 17 24

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    Taiwanese Companies in Vietnam

    The following lists the 10 largest Taiwanese companies that have made Vietnam a

    critical investment partner:

    Key Agreements

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    Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement -April 6th, 1998

    The double taxation avoidance agreement in force between Vietnam and Taiwan allows

    tax paid in one of these countries to be offset against taxes payable in the other.

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    LNT & PARTNERSPROFILE

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    About Us

    LNT & PARTNERS is a leading full-service independently ranked local law firm in

    Vietnam with offices in Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Hong Kong (affiliate), and San

    Francisco. The firm is among Vietnams most prominent, representing a wide range of

    multinational and domestic clients, including Fortune Global 500 companies as well aswell-known Vietnamese listed companies on a variety of business and investment

    matters.

    Our Team

    Our Lawyers

    Mr. Hong Bui

    Practice areas

    Compliance

    Foreign Investment

    M&A

    Mr. Huy Do

    Practice areas

    Intellectual Property

    Dispute Resolution

    Antitrust/ Competition

    Ms. Quyen Hoang

    Practice areas

    Corporate

    Employment & Benefits

    Foreign Investment M&A

    Dr. Net Le

    Practice areas

    Banking & Finance

    M&A

    Tax

    Dr. Tuan Nguyen

    Practice areas

    Antitrust/ Competition

    Bankruptcy

    Employment & Benefits

    M&A

    Dr. Vinh Nguyen

    Practice areas

    Dispute Resolution

    Employment & Benefits

    Tax

    Mr. Binh Tran

    Practice areas

    Real Estate/ Infrastructure

    Dispute Resolution

    Employment & Benefits

    Mr. Su Tran

    Practice areas

    Dispute Resolution

    Real Estate/

    Infrastructure

    Banking & Finance

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    Our Of Counsel and Senior Advisor

    Our Practice Groups

    LNT & PARTNERS has domain expertise in key legal disciplines organized into five

    Practice Groups:

    (i) Corporate Group: Our highly-regarded corporate team regularly handle M&A

    deals, advise on complicated business licenses, guide investors with their inbound and

    outbound investments, and navigate regulatory compliance issues (including in matters

    of competition, labor and taxation) to deliver commercially-practical solutions to our

    clients.

    (ii) Dispute Resolution Group: Our award-winning dispute resolution lawyers,

    which include two former judges, have represented major companies in both court and

    international arbitral proceedings

    (iii) Banking and Finance Group: Our banking and finance team has been at the

    forefront of millions of dollars worth of financial transactions for large financial

    institutions, funds, and private companies.

    (iv) Intellectual Property/TMT Group: Our IP/TMT professionals have extensive

    experience in advising and representing major clients in some of the most complex and

    high-profile IP related matters in various industries, including, biotech pharmaceutical,

    electronics and software.

    (v) Real Estate and Infrastructure Group: Our real estate and infrastructure team

    has been behind some of Vietnams largest development projects.

    Mr. Kiyoshi HirasawaPractice areas Japan Practice Corporate, M&A

    Foreign Investment

    Dr. Sy Chung PhamPractice areas

    Corporate Compliance Foreign Investment

    M&A

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    Our Rankings

    PUBLICATION PRACTICE AREAS RANKING YEAR

    Asia PacificLegal 500

    Banking and Finance Leading Lawyers 2013 / 2012

    Corporate/ M&A Leading Lawyers 2013 / 2012

    Dispute Settlement Leading Lawyers 2013 / 2012

    Tax Leading Lawyers 2013 / 2012

    Chambers andpartners

    Banking and FinanceVietnam Leading

    Law Firm2013 / 2012 /2011 / 2010

    Corporate/ M&AVietnam Leading

    Law Firm

    2013 / 2012 /2011 / 2010 /

    2009

    Projects, Infrastructure &Energy

    Vietnam LeadingLaw Firm

    2013 / 2012

    InternationalFinancial LawReview (IFLR)

    Banking and Finance Notable 2013 / 2012

    Mergers & Acquisitions Notable 2013 / 2012

    Project Finance Leading Lawyers 2012 / 2011

    PLC WhichLawyer?

    Recommended Law Firm 2012 / 2011

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    Our Awards

    Leading Law Firm 2014Asia Pacific Legal 500

    Recognised Firm 2014International Financial

    Law Review

    Most Trusted Law Firm of the Year LawyersWorld Magazine

    Vietnam Deal Firm of the Year 2014Asia Legal Business,a Thomson Reuters Company, SE Asia Awards 2014

    Full Service Law Firm of the Year 2014 Vietnam

    Intellectual Property Innovators of the Year Vietnam

    Commitment to Cross-Border Investment Vietnam

    - Acquisition International

    Corporate Finance Law Firm of the Year in Vietnam

    2014 Corporate Intl Magazine Global Award

    ALB Award Deal Firm of the YearFinalist 2013, 2012Employer of Choice 2012 ALB 2ndposition

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    International Cooperation

    The Firms partners have established strong relationships with attorneys at

    international law firms such as:

    US Law Firms

    European Law Firms

    Asian Law Firms

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    Our Strategic Partners

    LNT & PARTNERShas developed an active presence across a broad range of industriesthrough its strategic partnerships with leading industry publications and sector groups,including:

    Vietnam Investment Review

    Quang Trung Software City

    Colliers International Vietnam

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    Appendix 1

    Key Taiwanese Organizations

    1.

    The Council of Taiwanese Chambers of Commerce in VietnamHo Chi Minh City Office

    Address: 340 Chanh Hung Street, District 8, Ho Chi Minh City

    Tel: +84-8-5431-3940

    Fax: +84-8-3824-3758

    E-mail:[email protected]

    Hanoi Office

    Address: Room 1701, 17T5 Building

    Hoang Dao Thuy Street, Trung Hoa Nhan Chinh Ward, HanoiTel: +84-4-6281-5577

    Fax: +84-4-3845-9209

    E-mail:[email protected]

    2. Taipei Economic and Cultural Office

    Ho Chi Minh City Office

    Address: 19thFloor, Flemington Tower

    182 Le Dai Hanh Street, District 11, Ho Chi Minh CityTel: +84-8-3962-1745/1746/1747/1748/1749/1750

    Fax: +84-8-3965-1577

    E-mail:[email protected]

    URL: http://www.roc-taiwan.org/VN/

    Hanoi Office

    Address: 5thFloor, HITC Building

    239 Xuan Thuy Road, Caugiay District, Hanoi

    Tel: +84-4-3833-5505Fax: +84-4-3833-5508

    3. Taiwan Business Association

    Address: No. 1, 16A Street, Bien Hoa II Industrial Zone, Bien Hoa City, Dong Nai

    Tel: +84-61-383-4840

    Fax: +84-61-383-4841

    E-mail:[email protected]

    mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]://www.roc-taiwan.org/VN/mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]://www.roc-taiwan.org/VN/mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]
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    4. Consulate General of Vietnam in Taipei

    Address: 3rdFloor, No. 65 Sung Chiang Road, Taipei

    Tel: +886-2-251-66-626

    Fax: +886-2-150-41-761

    E-mail:[email protected]

    URL:http://www.vietnamoffice-taipei.org/en/

    mailto:[email protected]://www.vietnamoffice-taipei.org/en/http://www.vietnamoffice-taipei.org/en/mailto:[email protected]
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    Appendix 2

    Recent Press Announcements

    Taiwan to expand investment in VietnamJune 6th, 2014

    http://www.vir.com.vn/news/en/hightlight/taiwan-to-expand-investment-in-vn.html

    Taiwanese businesses will expand investment activities and continue with projects in

    Viet Nam, said Chairwoman of the Council of the Taiwanese Chambers of Commerce to

    Viet Nam Liu Mei Teh.

    Ms. Liu Mei Teh was received by PM Nguyen Tan Dung on June 5 on sidelines of the mid-

    term Viet Nam Business Forum 2014.

    The PM told his guest that Taiwanese businesses are successful in Viet Nam, making

    practical benefits for both sides.

    The Vietnamese Government will continue to improve its business environment to

    facilitate foreign investors' successful and long-term investment in Viet Nam, including

    that of Taiwanese, the Government leader stressed.

    He referred to Chinas illegal deployment of its oil rig Haiyang Shiyou - 981 in Viet

    Nams exclusive economic zone and continental shelf, which has led to spontaneous

    demonstrations in some provinces. Some extremists taking advantage of the events

    violated law and destroyed property and estates of some foreign businesses, including

    Taiwanese ones.

    The Government promptly directed relevant forces to deal with the issue and set upworking groups to support each business and help them re-operate, he added.

    Ms. Liu Mei Teh hailed the quick response together with synchronous measures taken

    by the PM and relevant ministries and localities to stabilize the situation, ensure

    security and safety and create the most possible conditions for Taiwanese businesses

    operation.

    She suggested the Government further support damaged businesses, especially tax

    policy.

    She expressed thanks to the Governments assistance, saying it will help foreignbusinesses, including Taiwanese ones, operate productively in the future.

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    Taiwan group to invest US$150m in Ha NamMay 7th, 2014

    http://businesstimes.com.vn/taiwan-group-invest-us150m-ha-nam/

    Tai Yuen Company Ltd, an affiliate of the Yunlon Group (Taiwan), will invest US$150

    million in the construction of a textile plant in the northern province of Ha Nam.

    Chi Wei Kung, General Director of Tai Yuen, announced the plan at a working session

    attended by provincial officials on Monday.

    The director said the plant will cover about 24ha in Dong Van II Industrial Zone, Duy

    Tien District, and will employ about 500 local workers. Construction will begin in

    August and is expected to be completed within a year. VNS

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    Taiwan a promising market for Vietnamese productsJanuary 9th, 2014

    http://www.vir.com.vn/news/en/corporate/taiwan-a-promising-market-for-

    vietnamese-products.html

    Taiwan has become Vietnams fifth largest trading partner, according to the most recent

    press release of the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MoIT)s Asia-Pacific Market

    Department.

    Taiwan--the fourth largest exporter to Vietnam--plays a pivotal role in shippingVietnamese products to other markets in the US, Asia and Europe, the MoIT says.

    However, on the downside, the significantly lower import of Vietnamese goods into the

    Taiwanese market, which is ranked 16th among Vietnams biggest importers, results in

    an imbalance in trade turnover.

    Over the past two decades, Vietnams Taiwanese exports included telephones and spare

    parts, garments and textiles, agro-forestry-fishery products, machines, footwear,

    ceramics, computers, and electronics.

    The MoIT release states that with a total population of 23 million and a US$474 billionGDP, Taiwan enjoyed an annual economic growth rate of 4.8%.

    Currently there are more than 200,000 Vietnamese people living in Taiwan and that will

    help promote made-in-Vietnam products in the Taiwanese market.

    To penetrate the Taiwanese market, the MoIT says, local exporters should pay due

    attention to ensuring food hygiene and safety, increasing product quality, and grasping

    up-to-date information on tariff and non-tariff policies.

    Major focus should be given to product diversification, export promotion, market

    expansion and market studies by organizing and participating in domestic and overseastrade fairs.

    Vietnam Customs reported that Vietnamese exports to Taiwan achieved a remarkable

    growth in 2013, earning nearly US$2.08 billion in the first 11 months, equivalent to the

    previous years figure.

    The countrys export earnings from the Taiwanese market were estimated at US$1.84

    billion in 2011 and US$2.081 billion in 2012.

    MoIT economists forecast Taiwan will continue to be Vietnams promising export

    market in the coming years, especially for three key items telephones and spare parts,garments and textiles, and seafood.

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    Vietnamese exports to Taiwan particularly timber products, footwear, porcelains, andceramics will reap higher revenue, the MoIT concludes.

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    FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:

    Ms. Quyen Hoang

    Managing Partner

    [email protected]

    Ho Chi Minh City Head Office

    Unit 03, Level 21, Bitexco Financial Tower

    No.02 Hai Trieu Street, District 1

    Ho Chi Minh City, VIETNAM

    Tel: +84 8 3821 2357

    Fax: +84 8 3910 3733

    Hanoi OfficeUnit 08A, Level 2, International Centre

    17 Ngo Quyen Street, Hoan Kiem District

    Hanoi, VIETNAM

    Tel: +84 4 3824 8522

    Fax: +84 4 3824 8580

    Mr. Huy Do

    Partner

    [email protected]

    San Francisco Office

    101 California Street

    Suite 2710

    San Francisco, CA 94111 USA

    Tel: +1 415 633 8831

    Fax: +1 415 689 6821

    Hong Kong Office (affiliate)

    Two International Finance Centre

    Level 19, 8 Finance Street

    Central, Hong Kong, CHINA

    Tel: +85 2 3125 7639

    Fax +85 2 3125 7629