Other Briefings
Update Your Company Address After Vietnam’s Provincial Merger: A Brief Guide
We explain what companies need to do regarding address updates for legal compliance following Vietnam’s provincial merger.
Amended Law on Products and Goods Quality: Enhancing Traceability and Compliance
Vietnam’s revised Law on Product and Goods Quality, effective January 2026, introduces digital passports, stricter e-commerce oversight, and risk-based inspections to enhance product traceability and compliance.
Vietnam’s On-Spot Export and Import Regime: Latest 2025 Updates
Following the approval of the amended Customs Law and Value-Added Tax Law, the management of on-spot export and import activities in Vietnam has experienced significant changes.
Vietnam Passes First-Ever Law on Digital Technology Industry
Vietnam becomes the first country to pass a dedicated law on the digital technology industry. The new law introduces tax incentives, defines digital assets and AI regulation, and sets an ambitious goal to build 150,000 digital tech firms by 2035.
Vietnam’s Special Investment Procedure: Implementation and Implications for Foreign Investors
Vietnam has implemented Decree 19/2025/ND-CP to expedite approvals for investment projects. This decree establishes a streamlined investment licensing process aimed at attracting high-quality capital, particularly in high-tech industries.
Greenwashing in Vietnam: Assessing Legal Consequences and Future Direction
Although there are no specific laws against greenwashing in Vietnam, current advertising regulations and consumer rights ensure that companies remain accountable.
Guide to Setting Up a Retail Business in Vietnam
Businesses seeking to expand in Vietnam’s retail market are advised to pay close attention to changes in the country’s legal and regulatory frameworks when adopting either a traditional sales, distribution, or omni-channel strategy.
Vietnam’s Provincial Mergers: Consolidation from 63 to 34 Provinces and Cities
Vietnam’s lawmakers have officially adopted a new resolution to reduce the number of centrally governed cities and provinces to 34, with a goal to provide a bedrock for sustainable growth targets.
Foreign Employees in Vietnam: Proposal to Streamline Work Permit Application
To reduce redundant compliance and clarify regulations, the Vietnamese government is drafting a new decree to reform the governance of foreign workers in the country.
Vietnam’s National Legal Portal: A New Tool to Enhance Legal Access and Trasparency
Vietnam has launched its National Legal Portal, a centralized platform that offers user-friendly access to laws, enabling easy research and feedback on legal documents.
