On 10 December 2025, the Government of Vietnam promulgated Decree No. 316/2025, effective January 01, 2026, detailing the implementation of the Law on Atomic Energy 2025 with respect to nuclear power plants and research reactors. It introduces robust requirements on investment approval, siting, design, construction, safety oversight, trial operation, operation, and decommissioning. Among others, below are key insights: Investment Approval Framework for Nuclear Power Plants Investment Policy Approval Investors must prepare dossiers for investment policy […]
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On 9 December 2025, at the 17th Annual Vietnam M&A Forum themed “New Position, New Momentum” hosted at the JW Marriott Hotel & Suites Saigon, VILAF was once again honored as an Outstanding M&A Advisory Firm for the 2024–2025 period. VILAF Partner Quynh Pham accepted the award on behalf of the firm. The Vietnam M&A Forum is a premier annual event on M&A and investment opportunities in Vietnam, held by Vietnam Investment Review under the […]
VILAF advised the Seller Group, being shareholders of Thien Long Group (“TLG”), on the sale of its shares to KOKUYO Co., Ltd. (“Kokuyo”). The transaction structure consists of two key components: the acquisition of shares in Thien Long An Thinh Investment Corporation (“TLAT”) and a tender offer to Thien Long Group’s shareholders. TLAT Share Acquisition: Kokuyo will acquire shares of TLAT. TLAT currently holds 46.82% of TLG’s shares. TLAT is owned entirely by TLG’s founder […]
25 November 2025 VILAF and Yoon & Yang have entered into a professional collaboration, whereby VILAF will host senior legal professionals from Yoon & Yang on secondment to establish a Vietnam – Korea Practice Unit in VILAF’s Ho Chi Minh City and Ha Noi offices, creating a dedicated platform to provide high-quality legal services to Korean businesses navigating through complex legal matters in Vietnam. This initiative aims to enhance cross-border understanding of legal practices and foster stronger cultural […]
We are thrilled to share that VILAF Counsel Hanh Hien Nguyen has been named a 2025 ALB Asia 40 Under 40! Selected from over 500 nominees across various jurisdictions and practice areas, Hanh Hien stands out as the only Vietnamese lawyer recognized in this year’s prestigious list. This honor reflects her outstanding legal work, strong endorsements from clients and colleagues, and her remarkable potential for future growth. Read the full story here.