The Employment Law 2025, effective from 1 January 2026, marks the most significant reform of employment and unemployment insurance policies in over a decade. These amendments not only address gaps in the Employment Law 2013 but also introduce additional m

In Vietnam’s fast-paced investment environment, financial investors are increasingly backing early-growth-stage companies with strong market potential but underdeveloped accounting and finance systems. While deal execution often takes center stage, the re

Resolution 05/2025/NQ-CP (Resolution 05) marks Vietnam’s first-ever legal framework governing digital and crypto assets.  Adopted by the Government and effective from 9 September 2025, Resolution 05 establishes a five-year pilot program for crypto/digital

Vietnam’s Food and Beverage (F&B) industry is rapidly evolving, driven by a young population, rising incomes, and increasing urbanization. For foreign investors, this presents a compelling opportunity to tap into a vibrant consumer market. However, en

Vietnam remains a compelling destination for strategic investors looking to tap into Southeast Asia’s dynamic growth. However, beneath the surface of opportunity lies a complex regulatory environment, distinct accounting practices, and evolving corporate

The integration of financial services with technology-driven solutions, commonly known as Fintech, is an irreversible global trend, and Vietnam is no exception. Fintech represents a sophisticated blend of traditional financial activities, such as credit p

Vietnam has officially implemented Decree 219 effective August 7, 2025, replacing Decree 152 and its amendment Decree 70. This marks a significant shift in how foreign labour is managed, with a focus on streamlining procedures, decentralizing authority, a

Vietnam has just taken a transformative step toward global financial integration. With the passage of Resolution No. 222/2025/QH15, set to take effect on 1 September 2025, the country is launching its first International Financial Centers (IFCs) in Ho Chi

Vietnam’s digital transformation has accelerated rapidly in recent years, and with it, the need for robust data protection has become more urgent than ever. On 26 June 2025, the National Assembly passed the Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL)—a landmark r

Vietnam has taken a bold step in reshaping its corporate tax landscape. On 14 June 2025, the National Assembly passed Law No. 67/2025/QH15, amending the Corporate Income Tax (CIT) Law with wide-reaching implications for both domestic and foreign enterpris

Important update: Decree 168/2025/ND-CP has just landed, and it makes the UBO disclosure requirement very real. Effective 1 July 2025, the Decree not only spells out who qualifies as an UBO but also rolls out the official forms enterprises must use.

As a follow-up to our previous tax alerts on Global Minimum Tax (GMT), we’d like to provide an update on Vietnam’s adoption of GMT.

As Vietnam continues its strong economic growth in recent years, updates to Social and Health insurance policies have become increasingly important in ensuring the well-being and benefits of employees nationwide.

OverviewDecree 69/2024/ND-CP, effective from 1 July 2024, establishes the regulatory framework for electronic identification (eID) and electronic authentication (EIA) in Vietnam, applying to citizens,