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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 […]

On 27 June 2025, the National Assembly of Vietnam adopted Law No. 94/2025/QH15 on Atomic Energy, effective January 1, 2026, repealing the 2008 law. This legislative overhaul establishes a unified legal framework for the peaceful use of atomic energy, aligned with Vietnam’s strategic energy goals and international obligations, particularly under IAEA monitored treaties and conventions. The Law is structured in 8 Chapters and 73 Articles and governs all aspects of radiation and nuclear activities, from […]

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 […]

Written by Senior Partner Tung Ngo, Senior Associate Esko Cate, and Associate Viet Nguyen The United States has recently formalized a trade agreement with Vietnam that introduces a 40% tariff on goods transshipped via Vietnam, targeting products rerouted from other countries to avoid existing U.S. trade barriers. In exchange, a 20% tariff (substantially reduced from the tariff announced in April) will apply to Vietnamese-manufactured goods under the new framework. While the full implementation details have not […]

Vietnam has passed the new Law on Personal Data Protection (LPDP), replacing Decree 13. Coming into effect on January 1, 2026, the LPDP introduces stricter compliance requirements, specific penalties, and sector-specific obligations. Learn what your business needs to do now.