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Greater Investment Funding Flexibility – VIFC Capital Flows Framework The State Bank of Vietnam has issued Circular No. 38/2026/TT-NHNN (“Circular 38”), replacing Circular No. 06/2019/TT-NHNN (“Circular 06”) with effect from 18 August 2026. Circular 38 is more than a technical update.  While preserving the familiar framework for investment capital accounts, capital contributions, acquisition payments and profit repatriation, Circular 38 modernizes that framework in several important respects. Most notably, the new Circular: integrates investments from the […]

VILAF is pleased to have advised Keppel Group (Singapore) on the sale of its entire 40% equity interest in Empire City LLC, the developer of the landmark Empire City project in the Thu Thiem New Urban Area of Ho Chi Minh City. The transaction was completed for an aggregate cash consideration of US$270 million (approximately S$343 million). The transaction marks Keppel’s full exit from Empire City. The transaction involves the transfer of a 20% interest […]

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, 25 June 2026 VILAF is proud to announce that it has been named Vietnam Best Law Firm at the prestigious FinanceAsia Awards 2026, one of Asia’s leading awards recognizing excellence in the financial services industry.  VILAF Finance Partner Tung Nguyen attended the awards ceremony at the Conrad Hong Kong to accept the honour on behalf of the firm. The FinanceAsia Awards celebrate outstanding achievements by banks, brokers, rating agencies, consultants, […]

VILAF was proud to co-sponsor the VIFC Symposium 2026, hosted by the Vietnam Business Lawyers Club (VBLC) in collaboration with the Vietnam International Arbitration Centre (VIAC) on 29 May 2026 in Ho Chi Minh City. At a pivotal moment in Vietnam’s ambition to establish a world-class international financial centre, the symposium brought together policymakers, regulators, investors, financial institutions, legal practitioners, and industry leaders to explore the regulatory and institutional foundations necessary to support the development […]

VILAF was honored to co-sponsor Vietnam ADR Week 2026 (VAW 2026), organized by the Vietnam International Arbitration Centre (VIAC) in collaboration with Vietnam Lawyers’ Association from 25–29 May 2026. As Vietnam continues to strengthen its position as a leading destination for investment and cross-border commerce, effective dispute resolution mechanisms have never been more important. VAW 2026 provided a timely and impactful forum for advancing dialogue on arbitration, mediation, and other forms of alternative dispute resolution […]