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1. Quality of goods The National Assembly recently adopted Law No. 78/2025/QH15 (“Law 78/2025”) amending the Law on Quality of Products and Goods and Law No. 70/2025/QH15 (“Law 70/2025”) amending the Law on Standards and Technical Regulations. The adoption of Law 78/2025 and Law 70/2025 aims to further improve the efficiency of quality control activities, enhance the responsibilities of business entities and safeguard consumer interests. With effect from 1 January 2026, these Laws introduce a […]

On 7 August 2025, the Government of Vietnam issued Decree No. 219/2025 (“Decree 219”) governing foreign workers working in Vietnam, amending Decree No. 152/2020, as amended (“Decree 152”). Modernizing and Liberalizing its talent mobility with its growth strategy. Ambit Decree 219 applies to foreign nationals working in Vietnam under one of 13 enumerated categories, including: Employees under labor contracts; Intra-company transferees and other transfers; Service providers, contractors, and volunteers; Representatives establishing a commercial presence; Family […]

Written by Partner Hung Q. Nguyen and Senior Associate Minh Ha Nguyen Vietnam recently introduced the new Law on Data No. 60/2024/QH15 dated 30 November 2024 (“Law on Data”) which came into force on 1 July 2025 in order to improve the legal framework for data and data management.  In addition, with the enactment of the new Law on Personal Data Protection No. 91/2025/QH15 (effective from 1 January 2026) (“LPDP”), these laws emphasize Vietnam’s commitment […]

1. New Employment Law On 16 June 2025, the National Assembly adopted the Law No. 74/2025/QH15 on Employment (“Employment Law 2025”). The Employment Law 2025 takes effect from 1 January 2026 and replaces the Employment Law 2013. Below are some major provisions of the Employment Law 2025. Scope The Employment Law 2025 governs job creation support policies, registration of labourers, labour market information system, development of occupational skills, employment services and unemployment insurance. The Employment […]

Written by Partner Trung Vu and Associate Ha Anh Vu Vietnam’s capital markets have undergone significant transformation, driven by regulatory modernization and increasing investor interest. This comprehensive Q&A-style guide touches on legal and regulatory framework governing both equity and debt markets in Vietnam. It covers key topics such as public offerings, insider trading, shareholder rights, SPAC listings, ESG requirements, and the roles of regulatory bodies like the State Securities Commission (SSC) and the Ministry of […]