AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoCultural Policy: Vietnam is considering a new incentives package for its cultural industries, including VAT refunds for foreign film crews, as lawmakers review a draft Law on Cultural Industry Development ahead of an October National Assembly vote. Film & Media Business: The proposed measures also include partial cost support for high-value cultural projects, extra publishing incentives, investment perks for cultural infrastructure and original IP, and tools to boost cultural consumption such as a National Cultural Card and trading platforms. Regional Arts Spotlight: Huella appoints adtech veteran Kartik Mehta as a mentor to accelerate Southeast Asia expansion, with Singapore as its hub and Vietnam among key markets. Arts & Entertainment Global Buzz: “All of a Sudden” and “Elephants in the Fog” lead Asia Pacific Screen Awards nominations, while Vietnam’s cinema market continues drawing international stars. Sports Culture: Vietnam’s presence in regional competition remains in view as Asian Games coverage highlights football’s next step for the Philippines.
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