越南企业面临欧盟供应链审计要求

Core Insights - The European Union is developing new supply chain assessment regulations to clarify the responsibilities of companies in identifying, assessing, preventing, and bearing risks in their operations and supply chains [1][2] - Vietnam is a crucial part of many global supply chains, particularly in textiles, footwear, electronics, and agriculture [1] Group 1: Regulatory Impact - A survey by VCCI revealed that 59.3% of Vietnamese companies exporting to the EU have never heard of the EU's "supply chain assessment" regulations, indicating a significant gap between policy changes in Europe and the preparedness of Vietnamese enterprises [1] - Approximately 36.6% of other companies are aware of the regulations but lack a clear understanding, highlighting the need for better communication and education regarding these new requirements [1] Group 2: Supply Chain Due Diligence - Supply chain due diligence involves reviewing, assessing, and verifying the entire supply chain to identify, prevent, and minimize negative impacts on humans and the environment, ensuring compliance with ethical, sustainable, and legal standards [2] - Although the "supply chain assessment" regulations primarily apply to large enterprises, they encompass all participants in the supply chain, including suppliers, manufacturers, and transporters, thus imposing equal responsibilities on all entities involved in exporting to Europe [2] Group 3: Economic Context - Vietnam's exports to the EU reached $51.7 billion last year, benefiting from the Vietnam-EU Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA), which has contributed to a trade surplus with the EU [2] - The new EU regulations on "supply chain due diligence" will pose significant challenges for Vietnamese companies, which must comply with transparency, environmental responsibility, and human rights requirements to maintain sustainable trade [2]