Decision No. 44/2008/QĐ-BTM Issuing the Rules for Issuing Certificates of Origin Model AJ to Enjoy Preferential Treatment under the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement between ASEAN and Japan

Decision No. 44/2008/QĐ-BTM of the Ministry of Industry and Trade issuing the rules for issuing certificates of origin model AJ to enjoy preferential treatment under the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement between ASEAN and Japan, applicable to exporting enterprises. Notably, it stipulates procedures for issuing certificates and conditions for enjoying preferential treatment.

Document No.44/2008/QĐ-BTM
Document typeDecision
Issuing authorityMinistry of Industry and Trade
Signed byNguyễn Thành Biên — Thứ trưởng
Updated27/06/2026
SectorIndustry and Trade
FieldUncategorized
Issued date08/12/2008
Effective date06/01/2009
Expiry date
StatusExpired
✦ Smart summary

Decision No. 44/2008/QĐ-BTM of the Ministry of Industry and Trade issuing the rules for issuing certificates of origin model AJ to enjoy preferential treatment under the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement between ASEAN and Japan, applicable to exporting enterprises. Notably, it stipulates procedures for issuing certificates and conditions for enjoying preferential treatment.

Scope of application

Exporting enterprises

Key points

  • Enterprises → must comply with the provisions in the Rules for Issuing Certificates of Origin Model AJ to enjoy preferential treatment under the ASEAN-Japan Economic Partnership Agreement.
  • The Decision takes effect fifteen days from the date of publication in the Official Gazette.
  • Enterprises → submit applications for certificates of origin model AJ to competent authorities.
  • Competent authorities → review and issue certificates of origin model AJ in accordance with the regulations.
  • This Decision applies to enterprises exporting goods under the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement between ASEAN and Japan.

🌐 Social impact of this document

  • Positive impact: Facilitates enterprises in verifying the origin of goods, enhancing competitiveness in the ASEAN market.
  • Negative impact: May impose additional administrative burdens on enterprises.

❓ Frequently asked questions

To whom does this Decision apply?

This Decision applies to enterprises exporting goods under the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement between ASEAN and Japan.

What is the duration of effectiveness of this Decision?

The Decision takes effect fifteen days from the date of publication in the Official Gazette, without specifying a specific duration.

What must enterprises do to obtain a Certificate of Origin model AJ?

Enterprises must submit applications for certificates in accordance with the Rules for Issuing Certificates of Origin Model AJ.

Does this Decision take effect immediately upon issuance?

No, the Decision takes effect fifteen days from the date of publication in the Official Gazette.

Which authority is responsible for implementing this Decision?

The Office of the Ministry and the Department of Import-Export, along with related agencies, are responsible for implementing this Decision.

Full text

Pursuant to …;

Issuing the Rules for Issuing Certificates of Origin Model AJ to Enjoy Preferential Treatment under the ASEAN-Japan Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement

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THE MINISTER OF INDUSTRY AND TRADE

Pursuant to the ASEAN-Japan Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement signed in a rotating manner between ASEAN countries and Japan, and signed by Vietnam in Hanoi on April 1, 2008;

Pursuant to Decree No. 189/2007/ND-CP dated December 27, 2007, issued by the Government, detailing the functions, tasks, powers, and organizational structure of the Ministry of Industry and Trade;

Pursuant to Decree No. 19/2006/NĐ-CP dated February 20, 2006, promulgated by the Government detailing the Law on Commerce regarding the origin of goods;

At the proposal of the Director of the Import-Export Department,

DECISION:

Article 1. Attached hereto is the Rules for Issuing Certificates of Origin Model AJ to Enjoy Preferential Treatment under the ASEAN-Japan Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement signed in a rotating manner between ASEAN countries and Japan, and signed by Vietnam in Hanoi on April 1, 2008 (in the Rules and attached Appendices referred to as the Rules for Issuing Certificates of Origin Model AJ).

Article 2. This Decision shall take effect fifteen days from the date of publication in the Official Gazette.

Article 3. The Ministry's Office, the Import-Export Department, and related agencies are responsible for implementing this Decision.

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