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The Vietnamese central bank will soon revise its Circular 52 of 2018 with a view to improving the effectiveness of supervision and raising governance standards of the banking system.

With the rapid expansion of e-commerce and the growing threat of digital fraud, the draft amended Law on E-Commerce seeks to clarify the responsibilities of e-commerce platforms and product endorsers to better protect consumers in the digital market.

Coming into force on July 1 this year, the 2024 VAT Law marks a significant milestone in the modernization of the country’s tax system. This article provides insights into the key amendments introduced in the new Law compared to previous VAT regulations.

Vietnam’s Golden Visa program is strategically designed to attract foreign investors and skilled professionals to live and work long‑term in Vietnam. By offering extended residency rights and access to many privileges akin to those of citizens, this program aims not only to draw in direct investment capital but also to leverage expertise and technical skills for domestic economic and technological development. For Golden Visa holders, understanding the conditions for maintaining their residency status—including the renewal process—is crucial to ensure legal compliance while maximizing benefits in terms of residency rights, business opportunities, and long‑term integration in Vietnam.

According to the 2017 Tourism Law, foreign-invested enterprises providing international travel services enjoy the same rights and obligations as domestic businesses in this field.

Public-private partnership projects in the fields of science and technology development, innovation and national digital transformation will be entitled to greater state support, incentives and investment guarantee under special mechanisms. This is outlined in the latest draft Government Resolution, which is scheduled to come into force on July 1.

In response to the prevalence of counterfeit goods, misleading labeling and trade fraud, the Ministry of Industry and Trade has unveiled the second draft decree on goods origin, aiming to better protect consumers and foster a transparent business environment for law-abiding businesses.

The Law on Vietnamese Nationality has undergone several major revisions since its initial enactment. The most recent version was amended in 2008 and supplemented in 2014, forming a comprehensive legal framework on nationality matters.

Living, working, or investing in Vietnam requires foreigners to understand and comply with the applicable legal regulations. The Vietnamese legal system differs significantly from international law in many areas, particularly in matters of family and marriage, property ownership, administrative procedures, and business activities.

Affirming Vietnam’s commitment to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, the 2024 Law on Justice for Minors not only reflects humanitarian and humanistic values at its core but also marks a significant step forward in preventing and combating juvenile delinquency.

Under Article 50 of the 2024 Law on Social Insurance (the Law), which will take effect on July 1 this year, employees will be entitled to maternity benefits if falling into certain cases.

In recent years, Vietnam's rapid maritime sector growth has brought environmental challenges to the forefront of industry concerns. As seaports continue to expand their operations, implementing effective environmental compliance measures has become crucial for sustainable development and regulatory adherence.

The maritime industry in Vietnam continues to evolve, bringing with it increasingly complex labor regulations that port operators and employers must navigate. This comprehensive guide examines the latest seaport labor laws and provides detailed guidelines for ensuring compliance in 2025.

In recent years, Vietnam’s civil aviation industry has recorded remarkable growth, emerging as one of the most promising sectors for economic development. According to Pháp luật Newspaper, the total number of passengers through Vietnamese airports in 2024 surged by approximately 27% compared to 2023.

Passed by the National Assembly in November 2024, the Law Revising a Number of Articles of the Law on Health Insurance (the 2024 Law) aims to increase healthcare benefits for the insured and improve the quality of medical examination and treatment services in health facilities nationwide, thereby contributing to assurance of social security.

Scheduled for submission to the National Assembly for passage this May, the latest draft Law on Personal Data Protection introduces key provisions aimed at completing the legal framework for personal data protection and enhancing the responsibilities of domestic and foreign agencies, organizations, and individuals in safeguarding personal data.