Following Vietnam’s inclusion on the EU list of non-cooperative jurisdictions for tax purposes (the “EU blacklist“) on 17 February 2026, many businesses and investors are seeking clarity on what this means in practice. The update was adopted during a meeting of the EU’s Economic and Financial Affairs Council (ECOFIN) as part of its regular biannual review, following a technical assessment under the OECD framework on tax transparency and information exchange.

This GBA​ workshop, hosted by GvW Graf von Westphalen​, titled “Vietnam on the EU Blacklist – Creating Clarity for Foreign Investment in Vietnam,” will take place on Tuesday, 31 March, and provide a practical overview of what this development means in the current business context. Participants will gain a clearer understanding of the potential implications, key risks, and practical considerations for navigating this evolving situation from a Vietnamese perspective.

Event Details:

• Date: Tuesday, 31 March 2026
• Time: 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
• Venue: Conference Room, 2nd Floor – Deutsches Haus Ho Chi Minh City (map)​​
• Attendance Fee: GBA members: Free | Non-members: 500,000 VND

Speakers:

• Mr. Stefan Ewers​, Partner of Graf von Westphalen Vietnam (GvW)​
• Ms. Xuan Vo, Tax Advisor & Senior Associate of Graf von Westphalen Vietnam (GvW)​

Key Takeaways:

• Background of Vietnam’s inclusion on the EU tax blacklist
• Implications for foreign investors and EU–Vietnam business operations
• Key risks and compliance considerations for companies
• Practical insights on navigating the evolving regulatory landscape

For any inquiries, please contact us at email or tel. (+84) 903 720 788 (Ms. Mai Anh)