The second protocol to the double taxation agreement between Hong Kong and Vietnam has entered into force, a government spokesman said on 23 February 2015.
The second protocol was signed in January last year. It came into force on January 8, 2015, after completion of ratification procedures on both sides and takes effect in respect of Hong Kong tax for any year of assessment beginning on or after April 1, 2016.
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