VILAF was pleased to co-sponsor the seminar on U.S. trade and tariff policies and their impact on Vietnamese businesses, hosted by the Vietnam Business Lawyers Club (VBLC), with speakers from VILAF, BakerHostetler, and EY Consulting Vietnam. Held both in person at VILAF’s Hanoi Office and via Zoom on 31 March 2026, the seminar examined the implications of two ongoing Section 301 investigations, following the U.S. Supreme Court’s rejection of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act […]
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Vietnam Recasts Its Energy Strategy Under Revised National Energy Master Plan
Posted on Mar 24, 2026 in Legal Update by VILAF
On 28 February 2026, the Ministry of Industry and Trade issued Decision No. 363/QĐ-BCT, approving the adjustment of the National Energy Master Plan for 2021–2030, with a vision to 2050 (the Revised NEMP). The Revised NEMP represents a material recalibration of Vietnam’s energy strategy, with an expected GDP rate at 10% in 2026 – 2030, with a stronger emphasis on: Energy security and supply reliability Balanced development across all energy sub-sectors Integrated infrastructure planning across […]
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Sharing a glimpse of our 2025 Year-End Celebration – a moment to appreciate the energy, gratitude, and indomitable spirit that we carry with us into the year ahead. Our warmest wishes to everyone as we ride confidently into the Year of the Horse! In observance of the Tet Lunar Holiday, VILAF shall be closed from 14 to 22 February 2026. We shall resume normal operations on Monday, 23 February 2026.
1. Law on Electronic Commerce On 10 December 2025, the National Assembly adopted Law No. 122/2025/QH15 on Electronic Commerce (the “LEC 2025”). The LEC 2025 takes effect from 1 July 2026, Below are some notable points of the LEC 2025. Scope of application The LEC 2025 applies to domestic and foreign organisations and individuals participating in e-commerce activities in Vietnam. E-commerce activities are defined as carrying out a part or the whole process of commercial […]