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Wed, Jun 10

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Worth knowingREGULATORYNASEA· ustr.gov12:01Z
Section 301 Investigation of Vietnam’s Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement
Worth knowingREGULATORY·SEAshopeemoit.gov.vn08:10Z
National Competition Commission requests Shopee to suspend new fee policies for sellers - moit.gov.vn

The National Competition Commission has requested that Shopee suspend its new fee policies for sellers, according to a report from moit.gov.vn.

actHold off on any operational adjustments based on Shopee's new fee policies in Vietnam until the regulatory review concludes; monitor moit.gov.vn for updates on whether the suspension becomes mandatory.

Sun, Jun 7

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Worth knowingREGULATORY·SEAvietnamnews.vn08:11Z
Ministry urges transparency as platforms raise seller fees - vietnamnews.vn

Vietnam's Ministry of Industry and Trade has called for greater transparency from e-commerce platforms as they increase fees for sellers. The ministry emphasized the need for clear communication regarding fee structures to protect seller interests and ensure fair competition in the online marketplace.

actReview current platform fee structures and costs, document any lack of transparency in fee communications, and monitor for potential formal regulatory requirements.
Worth knowingREGULATORY·SEAshopeetheinvestor.vn08:11Z
Vietnam competition watchdog intervenes, Shopee delays new fee policy - Theinvestor

Vietnam's competition watchdog has intervened, leading Shopee to delay its new fee policy. The decision comes after concerns were raised about the potential impact on sellers and market competition.

actMonitor for updates on when Shopee's fee policy may be reintroduced and any further regulatory guidance from Vietnam's competition authority.

Fri, Jun 5

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Worth knowingREGULATORY·SEAvietnamnews.vn08:13Z
Ministry urges transparency as platforms raise seller fees - vietnamnews.vn

The Vietnamese Ministry of Industry and Trade has called for transparency from e-commerce platforms after they increased fees for sellers. The ministry emphasized the need for clear communication regarding fee changes to protect seller interests and maintain a fair marketplace.

actDocument all recent fee changes from your platforms and prepare cost contingency plans, as this ministry statement signals potential tighter regulations on platform fee transparency in Vietnam.
Worth knowingREGULATORY·SEAshopeetheinvestor.vn08:13Z
Vietnam competition watchdog intervenes, Shopee delays new fee policy - Theinvestor

Vietnam's competition watchdog intervened in Shopee's new fee policy, leading to a delay in its implementation. The policy was originally set to take effect soon.

actMonitor for official updates on the fee policy details and new implementation date from Shopee Vietnam; review current pricing and margins to prepare for potential changes once the policy is approved.

Thu, Jun 4

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