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.

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.

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

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.

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

In the first quarter of 2025, over 38,000 online shops on Vietnam’s major e-commerce platforms reported zero orders, signaling a growing divide between large-scale sellers and small vendors.

Vietnam and Indonesia top Southeast Asia in AI usage for e-commerce, with Vietnam excelling in applying AI to marketing, customer service, and business operations.

Video shopping is emerging as a new trend, compelling sellers to adopt multi-channel strategies while enhancing key services such as express delivery, after-sales support and exclusive promotions.

Major e-commerce platforms are increasing commission rates, forcing sellers to raise prices and reconsider their business strategies.

The lack of regulations and businesses’ reluctance to engage in environmental protection efforts have made it difficult for Vietnam’s e-commerce sector to transition to a greener model.

The regulation on tax management for business activities conducted via e-commerce and digital platforms is set to take effect on April 1.

The e-portal for households and individuals running ecommerce business, officially launched on December 19, 2024, provides a convenient channel for them to register, declare, and pay taxes.

Vietnam’s e-commerce market is projected to reach $15.3 billion in 2025, with AI and automation playing a key role in enhancing customer experience.

A report by market research firm Statista highlights that Vietnam’s e-commerce market is currently dominated by major platforms such as Shopee, TikTok Shop, Lazada, and Tiki.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) has proposed a new green e-commerce law amid concerns over 800,000 tonnes of plastic waste in 2030.

As the Lunar New Year approaches, ao dai has become a top-selling item on Vietnam’s e-commerce platforms, reflecting the nation’s vibrant Tet shopping season.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has proposed a new E-commerce Law to improve oversight of online sellers, requiring detailed identification and tax information to address regulatory gaps.

These four digital e-commerce platforms have operated in Việt Nam for years but have failed to register for tax purposes via the tax authority’s electronic portal.

Vietnam's retail e-commerce market is estimated to surpass 25 billion USD in 2024, marking a 20% increase compared to the previous year, according to the Ministry of Industry and Trade.