On 17 July 2023, the Ministry of Information and Communication of Vietnam released a new version of the Draft Decree, replacing Decree No. 72/2013/ND-CP of the Vietnam Government on the management, provision, and use of Internet services and online information.
In a significant stride towards a more sustainable future, Vietnam has unveiled its comprehensive National Energy Master Plan, charting a course from 2021 through 2050. Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha recently signed Decision No. 893/QD-TTG (dated 26 July 2023), giving the green light to this pivotal roadmap that addresses the nation's energy needs while prioritizing environmental protection and socio-economic growth.
In this update, we continue to discuss the Draft on Law on Real Estate Business, which was recently published for public comments.
The State Bank of Vietnam recently issued Circular No. 06/2023/TT-NHNN introducing significant amendments to lending activities of credit institutions and foreign bank branches in Vietnam impacting Banks’ clients; and (ii) Circular No. 08/2023/TT-NHNN introducing significant changes to conditions for borrowing foreign loans not guaranteed by the Vietnamese Government.
On 20 June 2023, the National Assembly of Vietnam passed the new Law on the Protection of Consumer Rights (“LPCR 2023“). This update covers key highlights of LPCR 2023.
The Ministry of Natural Resource and Environment recently published a draft new land law for collection of public comments before submitting the Draft to the National Assembly. Among other notable changes introduced by the Draft, the change to regulations on land rental payment method may attract attention.
The State Securities Commission (SSC) seems to take the view that public companies involving real estate business are subject to a 50% foreign ownership limit. This update discusses this view.
On 26 May 2023, the Prime Minister promulgated Official Telegram 470/CD-TTg on the continuing implementation of drastic and effective measures and tasks in order to ease difficulties for businesses.
On 20 June 2023, the National Assembly of Vietnam passed the new Law on the Protection of Consumer Rights. This update provides key highlights of the Law.
On 28 June 2023, the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) issued Circular 06/2023/TT-NHNN (Circular 06) to amend Circular 39/2016/TT-NHNN (Circular 39) on lending activities of credit institutions and foreign bank branches in Vietnam. Circular 06 will take effect from 1 September 2023.
The State Bank of Vietnam has issued the long-anticipated regulations on non-government guaranteed cross-border foreign loans under Circular No. 08/2023/TT-NHNN. This replaces the current Circular No. 12/2014/TT-NHNN from 15 August 2023. This Insight explains the key changes under the New Circular and their impact on foreign lenders and domestic borrowers.
This update provides 20 frequently asked questions and answers to provide an overview of the E-commerce trading floor and E-commerce website pursuant to Vietnamese law, describing below the conditions and procedures for registering an E-commerce trading floor and E-commerce website under the prevailing law of Vietnam.
The General Department of Customs has recently proposed to abolish all regulations relating to the on-the-spot export and import procedures provided by Article 35 of Decree 08, which have been commonly used and play an important part in the processing trade models and manufacturing ecosystem.
On 30 June 2023, the Government issued Decree 44 stipulating the VAT reduction policy according to Resolution No. 101/2023/QH15 dated 24 June 2023 which is effective from 01 July to 31 December 2023. Decree 44's main content is similar to the provision on VAT reduction in 2022 stipulated in Decree 15.
When establishing an enterprise in Vietnam, individuals or organizations need to follow procedures prescribed by law. This article presents the provisions of Vietnamese law that address the time limit for charter capital contributions and the settlements when contributions to charter capital are made beyond the prescribed time limit.
On 21 June 2023, the Government issued Decree 36/2023 to extend the special consumption tax payment deadline for locally manufactured or assembled automobiles, applicable for the tax period from June to September 2023. The Decree takes effect from the signing date to 31 December 2023.
In this newsletter: Decision No. 575/QD-TCT stipulating the Risk Management Process for assessing and identifying taxpayers having risk signs in management, Official Letter No. 1483/TCT-KK of the General Department of Taxation about payment of tax according to the payable identity code, and other updates.
Does registering a domain name protect a trademark with elements associated with the domain name?
When are a specialized clinic’s goods trading activities required to have a trading permit and an outlet license at the same time?
Following the Resolution No. 101/2023/QH15, on 30 June 2023, the Government issued Decree 44/2023/ND-CP on VAT reduction. Accordingly, the VAT for goods and services which are currently subject to the tax rate of 10% is reduced to 8%, with certain exceptions, applicable from 01 July 2023 until 31 December 2023.
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