Law VAT Law adds categories of taxpayers 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. 06/27/2025 17:37 | Vietnam Law Revised regulations on greenhouse gas emission mitigation 06/26/2025 16:49 | Vietnam Law UNESCO Representative commends Vietnam’s adoption of Law on Teachers 06/26/2025 09:10 | Vietnam Law Gov. amends credit policies to promote organic, circular agriculture 06/25/2025 10:13 | Vietnam Law 1 Vietnam Law | 06/23/2025 11:06 MOF proposes PPP mechanism in science and technology development PPP projects in science and technology development, innovation, and national digital transformation may receive greater state support, incentives and investment guarantee under special mechanisms, according to the latest draft Government Resolution scheduled to take effect on July 1. 2 Vietnam Law | 06/22/2025 10:00 Premier urges preparation for implementation of two-tier local administration model Ministers, heads of ministerial-level agencies, and chairpersons of provincial-level People’s Committees have been urged to intensify efforts to ensure the effective implementation of the new two-tier local administration model from July 1, according to Official Dispatch 92/CD-TTg. 3 Vietnam Law | 06/16/2025 11:49 Draft decree on goods origin: a stride toward better protection of consumers 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. 4 Vietnam Law | 06/13/2025 21:21 Revising the Constitution in line with political system streamlining goals: Official Following the Government’s submission of a report on public feedback to the draft Resolution amending the 2013 Constitution, the National Law Portal interviewed Minister of Justice Nguyen Hai Ninh on key proposed changes, public response, and the Government’s approach to the restructuring of local administration and constitutional drafting. 5 Vietnam Law | 06/13/2025 14:46 Ho Chi Minh City plans to become global, modern, and inclusive metropolis By 2060, Ho Chi Minh City will establish itself as a global, civilized, modern, and compassionate city, with a development level comparable to that of major cities worldwide, according to Decision 1125/QD-TTg approving by the Prime Minister on June 11 6 Vietnam Law | 06/13/2025 08:47 Gov. withdraws proposal of life imprisonment without parole from draft Penal Code The Government has withdrawn its proposal for life imprisonment without parole from the draft revised Penal Code while maintaining its plan to abolish the death penalty for eight crimes. This reflects a more lenient penal policy and aligns with Vietnam’s international commitments. 7 Vietnam Law | 06/10/2025 14:00 Resolution 66-NQ/TW: Advancing public legal services and expanding legal practice rights for public employees Resolution 66-NQ/TW of the Politburo has introduced two significant policy directions: the institutionalization of public lawyers and the conditional permission for public employees to engage in legal practice. These developments aim to strengthen the State’s legal capacity while expanding access to justice and optimizing human resources in the public sector. 8 Vietnam Law | 06/10/2025 14:00 Resolution 66-NQ/TW: Advancing public legal services and expanding legal practice rights for public employees Resolution 66-NQ/TW of the Politburo has introduced two significant policy directions: the institutionalization of public lawyers and the conditional permission for public employees to engage in legal practice. These developments aim to strengthen the State’s legal capacity while expanding access to justice and optimizing human resources in the public sector. 9 Vietnam Law | 06/10/2025 11:14 National e-commerce development master plan adopted The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) has approved the master plan for national e-commerce development for the 2026 - 2030 period. 10 Vietnam Law | 06/08/2025 22:05 MOF prepares solid legal foundation for two-tier local administration model The Ministry of Finance has released a draft decree on the delineation of powers in the finance sector under the new two-tier local administration model, marking a critical step in Vietnam’s ongoing administrative reform. 11 Vietnam Law | 06/05/2025 16:46 Beyond the loom: discovering the unique legacy of Ban Thach sedge mat weaving village At first glance, mat weaving may appear to be a simple craft—but behind each finished mat lies a meticulous and time-honored process that begins long before the first strand is woven. 12 Vietnam Law | 06/05/2025 16:37 Hoa Lu Ancient Capital embraces technologies for smart tourism development and relic conservation The Hoa Lu Ancient Capital Historical and Cultural Relics Conservation Center had paid due attention to the conservation of the nation’s traditional cultural values, protection of, and the environmental and service quality improvement to turn Hoa Lu Ancient Capital into a prominent cultural, historical and archaeological tourism destination on both national and international scales. 13 Vietnam Law | 06/05/2025 16:24 Can foreign investors operate travel business 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. 14 Vietnam Law | 06/05/2025 16:24 Can foreign investors operate travel business 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. 15 Vietnam Law | 06/05/2025 14:27 Plan sets out credit, land policies for facilitating private sector development Under the Government's action plan to implement Politburo Resolution 68-NQ/TW, the Ministry of Finance and the State Bank of Vietnam will play a pivotal role in improving institutions and facilitating access to land and credit resources for the private economic sector. 16 Vietnam Law | 06/05/2025 08:00 Glossary of the 2024 Law on Fire Prevention and Fighting, Rescue and Salvage 17 Vietnam Law | 06/05/2025 08:00 Glossary ofthe 2024 Law on Fire Prevention and Fighting, Rescue and Salvage 18 Vietnam Law | 06/04/2025 16:25 Government may take unregulated measures in emergency situations By providing a clearer legal framework and delegating more powers to both central and local authorities, the draft Law on the State of Emergency is expected to help ensure timely and effective action in the face of major threats to national security and social order and safety. 19 Vietnam Law | 06/04/2025 16:25 Government may take unregulated measures in emergency situations By providing a clearer legal framework and delegating more powers to both central and local authorities, the draft Law on the State of Emergency is expected to help ensure timely and effective action in the face of major threats to national security and social order and safety. 20 Vietnam Law | 06/04/2025 09:44 From central policy to local action: addressing Vietnam’s population challenges On June 3, the National Assembly Standing Committee passed the amended Ordinance on Population, officially removing the regulation that limited each couple to having at most two children. This is the country's latest move to deal with national demographic challenges. 1 2 3 4 5