Vietnam welcomes EU to remove Vietnam from the list of non-cooperative countries on taxation
This is a recognition of Vietnam's efforts in the past time in perfecting the legal framework, policies and improving implementation efficiency.
According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, on October 10, 2026, answering a reporter's question asking to know Vietnam's comments on the European Union (EU)'s recent decision to remove Vietnam from the list of non-cooperative countries on taxation, Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Pham Thu Hang stated clearly:
Vietnam welcomes the European Union (EU)'s removal of Vietnam from the list of non-cooperative countries on taxation.
This decision is a recognition of Vietnam's efforts in the past time in perfecting the legal and policy framework and improving the effectiveness of implementation in practice to build a favorable, transparent, stable business and investment environment, in accordance with international standards and practices, thereby ensuring the legitimate rights and interests of businesses and investors, promoting international economic cooperation and improving the competitiveness of the economy.
Vietnam is ready to continue to exchange and cooperate with international partners, including the EU, in a constructive, equal and mutually beneficial spirit, to promote tax transparency, improve corporate governance efficiency and build a fair, favorable and sustainable international business environment".
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