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Vietnam’s Economic Transformation: A Rising Star in Southeast Asia

Vietnam has made remarkable strides in transforming its business environment over the past two decades, positioning itself as one of the top ten economies globally to undergo substantial reform. According to the Economist Intelligence Unit, Vietnam's business environment rankings have significantly improved from 2003 to 2023, reflecting its proactive approach to growing its economy.
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Outsourcing

Why Tier One Suppliers Should Care About GDP Growth in Low cost countries

Automotive tier-one suppliers are key players in the global automotive supply chain. They produce essential components and systems directly for major vehicle manufacturers, and their influence often reaches beyond mere manufacturing—extending into innovation, quality assurance, and supply chain reliability. When selecting where to outsource, these companies examine several factors, such as labor costs, regulatory environments, and supply chain infrastructure. However, the economic health, specifically the GDP growth, of outsourcing countries is a critical metric that should not be overlooked. One country that stands out in this regard is Vietnam. This rapidly growing Southeast Asian economy offers both immediate and long-term advantages for tier-one suppliers, making its GDP growth highly relevant.
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Supply Chain

6 Reasons To Move Your Manufacturing Supply Chain From China To Vietnam

Over the last five years, imports from China as a percentage of total imports from low-cost countries (LCCs) have been declining. This downward trend is expected to continue, with 33% of global supply chain leaders indicating they’ve already moved or plan to move business out of China by 2023.
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Outsourcing

The Manufacturer’s Reference Guide To U.S. Import Taxes

Every manufacturer with an international export range understands the hurdles that need to be overcome to successfully participate in an international business partnership. One of these hurdles is import taxes, which are fees imposed on the goods of an importer when the goods are transported across international borders. Although the taxes are applied to the importer, these taxes can influence which exporter the importer can affordably work with.
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