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Vietnam: The Principle of "Reciprocity" and the Practice of Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Court Enforcement of Foreign Court Judgments and Decisions In Vietnam
  • ADK Lawyers
August 25 2025

The principle of “reciprocity” serves as an important legal basis for domestic courts to recognize and enforce foreign court judgments and decisions in cases where no applicable international treaty exists. Therefore, the application of this principle is not only a legal requirement but also a significant step toward deeper integration of Vietnam into the international legal system.


Vietnam: Recognition of Capital Contributions: Legal Framework and Challenges
  • ADK Lawyers
August 25 2025

This article focuses on analyzing the legal framework for the recognition of contributed capital, while comparing it with several recent court rulings to clarify how the relevant legal principles are being applied in practice. Through the study of draft precedent and court judgments, the article aims to elucidate the boundary between statutory regulations and practical realities in recognizing the legal status of members/shareholders in a company


Vietnam: Some considerations for enterprises engaged in labor subleasing activities
  • Apolat Legal
August 25 2025

Vietnamese law stipulates that labour subleasing is a conditional business activity. Accordingly, enterprises must obtain a Labour Subleasing License to legally operate and may only sublease employees for certain jobs. This article highlights key considerations for enterprises engaging in labour subleasing.


Vietnam: Some solutions to handling overdue short-term foreign loans of enterprises in Vietnam
  • Apolat Legal
August 25 2025

In the course of investment activities in Vietnam, raising capital from foreign entities is an effective means for enterprises to quickly access financial resources. However, many enterprises overlook the risk of overdue short-term foreign loans if not properly managed. Therefore, this article proposes several solutions for handling overdue short-term foreign loans of foreign-invested enterprises in Vietnam.


Vietnam: Product information file of cosmetic products
  • Apolat Legal
August 25 2025

As a manufacturer, importer and trader of cosmetic products, attention will need to be paid to the special regulations related to the obligation to draft, prepare and keep a Cosmetic Product Information File. This article explains this requirement.


Vietnam: Draft Amended Law on Deposit Insurance Released for Public Consultation
  • DFDL Vietnam
August 25 2025

In late July 2025, the State Bank of Vietnam released the draft Amended Law on Deposit Insurance for public consultation. The Amended Law introduces substantial reforms to the Law on Deposit Insurance 2012 including a new chapter on crisis management, and expanded resolution powers for the deposit insurance organization.


Vietnam: Is It Getting Easier or Harder for Foreigners to Work in Vietnam? New Decree in Effect
  • DFDL Vietnam
August 25 2025

On 7 August 2025, the Government of Vietnam issued Decree No. 219/2025/ND-CP on foreign workers working in Vietnam. Building on recent administrative reforms and addressing gaps identified in the implementation of the former Decree No. 152/2020/ND-CP, Decree 219 introduces notable changes to the rules on issuing work permits and certifying exemptions for foreign workers,


Vietnam’s New Cybersecurity Law to Take Effect January 2026
  • DFDL Vietnam
August 25 2025

Vietnam is poised to enact its new Amended Law on Cybersecurity, a critical piece of legislation that will reshape how businesses and individuals manage their online security. This new law merges the existing Law on Cybersecurity 2018 with the Law on Cyberinformation Security 2015. The goal? To streamline regulations.


Vietnam: First Draft of the Law on E-Commerce Released for Public Consultation
  • DFDL Vietnam
August 25 2025

On 22 June 2025, Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade released the first draft of the Law on E-Commerce for public consultation. This marks a major development in the country’s digital regulatory landscape. Until now, Vietnam’s e-commerce sector has been governed primarily by sub-law instruments, most notably Decree No. 52/2013/ND-CP dated 16 May 2013, as amended.


Vietnam: Green Taxonomy Issued
  • DFDL Vietnam
August 25 2025

On 4 July 2025 the Decision No. 21/2025/QĐ-TTg, Regulation on Environmental Criteria and Verification of Investment Projects under the Green Taxonomy, was issued establishing the official framework for classifying investment projects as “green.”


Vietnam’s Draft Of New Decree On Foreign Employees: A Closer Look At Work Permit Exemptions
  • LNT & Partners
July 23 2025

In May 2025, the Ministry of Home Affairs submitted a draft decree on foreign employees working in Vietnam to replace Decree No. 152/2020/ND-CP as amended by Decree No. 70/2023/ND-CP. This update highlights the changes, with a focus on provisions relating to certificates for exemption from WP requirements.


Vietnam: Benefits of establishing the primary trade unions in enterprises
  • Apolat Legal
July 23 2025

In the context of a rapidly growing economy, building a stable and harmonious working environment and protecting the rights of employees is a matter of concern for every enterprise. One of the important solutions to achieve this goal is to establish a primary trade union. This article shares some of the benefits of establishing a primary trade union in a business.


ESG in Vietnam M&A: The Critical Role of Due Diligence and Valuation
  • LNT & Partners
July 23 2025

This article examines how ESG considerations are reshaping due diligence and valuation processes in Vietnam M&A deals.


Vietnam: Legal regulations on real estate ownership by foreign entities and individuals in Vietnam
  • Apolat Legal
July 23 2025

This article analyzes the current legal provisions regarding real estate ownership by foreign entities and individuals in Vietnam, clarifying the rights and restrictions imposed by law on each subject.


Vietnam: Notification of personal data protection violation
  • Apolat Legal
July 22 2025

This article briefly introduces key legal matters regarding the obligation to notify violations, including the identification of responsible entities, the required contents of a notification, and the process of receiving and addressing such notifications.


Vietnam: Legal procedures for terminating an investment project by a foreign-invested enterprise (FDI)
  • Apolat Legal
July 22 2025

The termination of an investment project is not merely an internal decision of the enterprise but a complex legal process that requires compliance with various regulations on investment, taxation, labour, land, and environmental issues. This article analyses the legal aspects of the Legal Procedures for Terminating an Investment Project, helping FDIs smoothly complete the project closure while mitigating legal risks and protecting investors’ rights.


Vietnam: Legal Update on Personal Data Protection Law
  • Lexcomm Vietnam LLC
July 14 2025

In this legal update, we will outline the key contents of the PDPL, highlighting critical compliance obligations that all entities engaging in personal data processing in Vietnam should stay alert on.


ESG in Vietnam M&A: Navigating Regulatory Approvals and Compliance
  • LNT & Partners
July 14 2025

Vietnam’s government, for its part, is building a legal framework to promote sustainable business – from environmental laws to corporate governance codes – aligning with global ESG trends. This article focuses on how ESG considerations impact regulatory approvals and compliance requirements in Vietnam M&A deals.


Vietnam: Navigating the Amended Advertising Law – Insights for Businesses
  • DFDL Vietnam
July 09 2025

On 16 June 2025, the National Assembly passed the Law amending Advertising Law 2012 effective from 1 January 2026, introducing stricter and clearer regulations on advertising practices, aiming to curb deceptive practices and better protect consumers.


Vietnam: Notable points of the Amended Law on Enterprises
  • DFDL Vietnam
July 09 2025

On 17 June 2025, the National Assembly of Vietnam passed the Law No. 76/2025/QH15 on supplementing and amending a number of articles of the Law on Enterprises No. 59/2020/QH14 as amended. The Amended LOE took effect on 01 July 2025. Below are some notable key points of the Amended LOE.


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