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Thứ Bảy, 13/06/2026 | 09:08 GMT+7
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Six new laws take effect on March 1

As of March 1, six laws come into force, including the Law on Artificial Intelligence, the Law on Oversight Activities of the National Assembly and People’s Councils, the Law on Rehabilitation and Bankruptcy, the Law on Investment, the Law on Planning and the Law on Protection of State Secrets.

02/03/2026

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AI applications with great social impacts to face stricter oversight

An artificial intelligence system would be classified as a high-risk one not based on technology, algorithms or models it applies, but on potential impacts of its outputs on the right to life, the right to privacy, the right to access to healthcare, education, and essential services, as well as personal freedoms.

25/02/2026

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Strategy to help enhance Vietnam’s prestige, appeal on international arena

The target is set out in the Government’s strategy to promote Vietnam’s global image for the 2026–2030 period, with a vision to 2045, approved by the Prime Minister on January 27. The strategy underlines that promoting Vietnam's image abroad is not merely information activities, but a strategic "soft" tool serving the country's development.

06/02/2026

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New Decree clarifies mechanisms for land use levy

The Government has issued Decree No. 50/2026/ND-CP, detailing Resolution No. 254/2025/QH15 on mechanisms and policies for removing difficulties and obstacles in the implementation of the Law on Land 2024, specifically regarding land use levy and land rent. The Decree was promulgated and took effect on 31 January 2026.

02/02/2026

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Law on Science, Technology and Innovation helps drive fast, sustainable development

As the global economy transitions towards a knowledge-based model, science, technology and innovation have become decisive engines of national growth. In Vietnam, the 2025 Law on Science, Technology and Innovation is widely viewed as a strategic institutional framework for improving national competitiveness while raising the country’s position in global value chains.

02/02/2026

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New decree spells out incentives for private sector development

The Government has issued a decree providing detailed guidance on the implementation of special mechanisms and policies aimed at developing the private sector, clarifying incentives related to land access, taxation, innovation and human resource development.

02/02/2026

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New financial mechanism for training nuclear power human resources

To support Vietnam’s nuclear power development, the Ministry of Finance has released a draft circular offering financial incentives, entitlements, and allowances for lecturers, students, and administrators involved in training nuclear power personnel and further training programs.

30/01/2026

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New action plan supports visa incentives for foreign experts

Standing Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh has signed a decision approving a detailed plan to implement the Government's Decree 221/2025/NĐ-CP on granting time-limited visa exemptions to foreign nationals designated as special beneficiaries entitled to preferential treatment in support of Vietnam’s socio-economic development.

30/01/2026

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Domestic carbon exchange makes debut

Government Decree 29 specifies that GHG emission allowances and carbon credits must be centrally registered on the national registration system on GHG emission allowances, carbon credits of the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment before being deposited and traded on the domestic carbon exchange.

30/01/2026

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New legal framework for Mobile Money to take effect in Vietnam soon

The issuance of an implementation plan for Government Decree 368/2025/ND-CP on the provision of Mobile Money services is considered an important step toward promoting financial inclusion. Mobile Money services are not only a convenient payment tool but also an effective means of extending digital financial services to remote and disadvantaged areas.

28/01/2026

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Decree sets criteria for high-quality digital technology workforce

The Government has recently issued a decree establishing specific criteria for identifying high-quality digital technology human resources in order to improve the legal framework for attracting and retaining talented people for digital technology development in Vietnam.

26/01/2026

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Decree regulates corporate income tax incentives

A CIT rate of 15 percent applies to enterprises with a total revenue in the preceding year of not more than VND 3 billion (USD 114,000), while a CIT rate of 17 percent applies to enterprises with a total revenue in the preceding year of over VND 3 billion but not more than VND 50 billion.

24/12/2025

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Government sets out coordinated plan for 2026 elections

Government Resolution 408/NQ-CPA approving a plan for organizing the elections of deputies to the 16th National Assembly and People's Councils at all levels for the 2026–2031 tenure aims to ensure that the elections are conducted in a democratic, equal and law-abiding manner.

17/12/2025

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Finance ministry proposes regulations for small business e-invoicing

Under the proposal, household and individual businesses with annual revenue of VND 1 billion or more would be required to use e-invoices with a tax authority code or invoices generated from cash registers connected to the tax authority’s database, in line with Decree 70.

15/12/2025

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Supplementary retirement insurance proposed

Employers and employees who have paid compulsory social insurance premiums may voluntarily participate in supplementary retirement insurance, according to the draft Decree on supplementary retirement insurance recently proposed by the Ministry of Finance.

12/12/2025

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List of key digital technology products, services released

The Minister of Science and Technology has recently announced the List of key digital technology products and services applicable to agencies, organizations, enterprises and individuals engaged in the production and supply of, or carrying out activities related to, the products and services of this kind in Vietnam.

09/12/2025

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Government introduces National Data Architecture Framework

The National Data Architecture Framework is a system that provides overall orientation on the structure, stratification, technical standards, and model for data sharing among national, specialized and local databases, as well as information systems of agencies in the political system.

17/11/2025

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State steering committee for key energy programs, projects set up

The State Steering Committee for Key National Programs, Projects, and Works in the Energy Sector is tasked with assisting the Prime Minister in researching, delivering advice and recommendations, and proposing directions and solutions to address important and inter-sectoral issues.

10/11/2025

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Scheme to make English the second language in schools approved

Under the scheme approved under Decision 2371/QD-TTg dated October 27, 2025, English will be widely and effectively used in teaching, communication, management, and other school activities, creating an English-speaking ecosystem at all education levels.

10/11/2025

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PM approves 2026–2035 project in support of women-led startups

According to the project, 25,000 women-owned business households will be guided to register to convert into enterprises. Besides, the project will support 8,000 women-owned start-ups and cooperatives to restructure, consolidate, and enhance the capacity of their members.

04/11/2025

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MOIT released draft 'Go Global' Program

Specific goals include increasing the private sector’s share of national exports to 50–60 percent by 2030, establishing 20 large enterprises leading global value chains and 30 medium-sized firms pioneering niche markets, and expanding outward investment in major economic centers.

03/11/2025

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Government moves to cool soaring housing prices

Under a draft solution, three key mechanisms are raised, including restricting loans for buyers of second home or more, reserving at least 30 percent of housing projects for affordable homes and requiring real estate transactions to be conducted through a trading centre.

03/11/2025

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Draft Law on E-commerce approved

Under Resolution 352/NQ-CP, the Government assigns the Ministry of Industry and Trade to be responsible for the contents of the draft law, as well as the contents of the reports on acceptance and explanation of opinions of the National Assembly Standing Committee and Government members on the law.

03/11/2025