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Key changes in Circular No. 09/2026/TT-BNV: What businesses need to know?

The Ministry of Home Affairs has issued Circular No. 09/2026/TT-BNV. Below are the key changes introduced by the Circular, which took effect on June 30, 2026.

22/07/2026

Vietnam’s new personal income tax regime: What foreign workers and investors need to know

Vietnam’s revised personal income tax regime raises personal and dependant deductions, introduces a simpler five-band tax schedule and permits new deductions for healthcare and education expenses. It also clarifies the taxation of capital transfers and brings several emerging asset classes within the tax net.

16/07/2026

2026 Law on Enterprise and list of guiding documents

Below is an introduction to the latest Enterprise Law 2026 and a compilation of documents guiding the implementation of the Enterprise Law.

13/07/2026

Nation shifts investment model towards high technology and digital growth

Stronger digital infrastructure, larger startup funding and hi-tech FDI are helping Vietnam reshape its growth model, but shortages of skilled labour, low research and development spending and cybersecurity risks remain major hurdles.

09/07/2026

Novel provisions in the Law on Artificial Intelligence and recommendations for further improvement

The Law on Artificial Intelligence establishes a unified set of statutory definitions relating to AI and the actors involved throughout its lifecycle. It defines AI as the electronic replication of human intellectual capabilities, including learning, reasoning, perception, judgment, and natural language understanding

08/07/2026

Politburo Resolution 10-NQ/TW: Vietnam shifts foreign investment strategy towards quality and sustainability

With Resolution 10-NQ/TW, issued on June 8, 2026, Vietnam is moving from broad-based foreign investment attraction to a more selective strategy that prioritises high-quality capital, advanced technology, sustainability and stronger links between foreign investors and domestic enterprises.

07/07/2026

Population Law expands support tailored to different groups

By addressing the specific needs of different population groups, the new law lays a stronger foundation for sustainable population development, higher-quality human resources and improved quality of life.

06/07/2026

Press Law helps promote sustainable development of revolutionary press in digital era

Against the backdrop of digital transformation and the need to build a professional, humane and modern press, the Press Law is expected to contribute to the sustainable development of Vietnam’s revolutionary journalism.

04/07/2026

Resolution 10-NQ/TW on foreign investment: 8 key policies

On June 8, 2026, the Political Bureau issued Resolution No. 10-NQ/TW on the development of the foreign-invested economy, setting out a comprehensive direction for reforming policies on attracting, managing and utilizing foreign investment in the new development phase. Below are eight key policies introduced under the Resolution.

01/07/2026

Leadership positions eligible for service support policies from July 20, 2026

From July 20, 2026, service support policies for certain leadership positions in the political system will officially take effect. Which leadership positions are eligible for these policies, what are the applicable support amounts, and what are the principles of organization and operation of the Government?

01/07/2026

Forms of investment foreign investors should know when doing business in Vietnam

Vietnam continues to be one of the most attractive destinations for foreign investment, supported by a stable political environment, strong economic growth, and an increasingly transparent investment legal framework. However, before deciding on the investment location, business sector, or project scale, one of the first questions foreign investors should address is which investment structure is most suitable for their business objectives.

29/06/2026

LuatVietnam and Vietnam News and Law Sign Cooperation Agreement on English-Language Legal Media

On the afternoon of June 17, 2026, at the National News Center (No. 5 Ly Thuong Kiet, Hanoi), Vietnam News and Law, a publication under the Vietnam News Agency (VNA), held a ceremony to mark the 35th anniversary of the first issue of Vietnam News (June 17, 1991 – June 17, 2026).

 

17/06/2026

Jurisdiction of commercial arbitration over real estate disputes

The jurisdiction of commercial arbitration rests on two independent conditions that must be satisfied together: subject-matter jurisdiction — the dispute must fall within a category that the law permits to be resolved by arbitration; and jurisdiction by agreement — the parties must have a valid arbitration agreement. 

16/06/2026

List of legal documents on electronic labor contracts from July 1, 2026

From July 1, 2026, a number of new regulations on electronic labor contracts will officially take effect. To facilitate reference by employers and employees, below is a list of key legal documents concerning electronic labor contracts.

15/06/2026

Penalties for illegal foreign currency transactions.

Illegal foreign currency transactions constitute a violation of law and may be subject to administrative penalties depending on the nature and severity of the violation.

11/06/2026

Conditional business investment sectors and trades applicable from July 1, 2026

This article summarizes the List of sectors and trades subject to conditional business investment currently applicable from July 1, 2026 under the latest regulations.

10/06/2026