Corporate governance is a cornerstone of sustainable business performance. In Vietnam, governance standards are shaped by the Law on Enterprises 2020, the Securities Law 2019, and related decrees, but their application can differ between foreign-owned enterprises (FOEs) and domestically owned enterprises (DOEs). Understanding these similarities and distinctions is important for investors, managers, and policy-makers. 1. […]
Legal BasisThe 2015 Law on Occupational Safety and Hygiene (LOSH) establishes a comprehensive framework for ensuring safe working environments and protecting employees against occupational risks. Employers are obligated to (i) implement occupational safety and hygiene measures; (ii) provide training and protective equipment; (iii) purchase compulsory insurance for occupational accidents and diseases; and (iv) compensate workers […]
As Vietnam integrates more deeply into global supply chains and services, the number of foreign employees has risen sharply. With this growth comes an increase in workplace disputes involving expatriates and migrant workers. Examining common patterns helps employers, employees, and regulators improve labor relations and compliance. 1. Background Foreign workers in Vietnam include highly skilled […]
As Vietnam’s economy attracts increasing numbers of expatriate professionals and migrant workers, safeguarding their participation in collective bargaining has become an important dimension of labor relations. Ensuring that foreign employees can negotiate workplace terms alongside Vietnamese colleagues not only fulfills legal obligations but also promotes harmonious industrial relations. 1. Legal Framework The 2019 Labor Code […]
In the context of globalization and deep international integration, civil, commercial, family, and labor relations involving foreign elements in Vietnam have been increasing in both number and complexity. Determining the jurisdiction of Vietnamese courts over such cases is crucial to ensuring the uniform application of law while protecting the legitimate rights and interests of both […]
In the context of globalization, Vietnam has become an attractive destination for foreign employees in industries such as manufacturing, information technology, finance and banking, and corporate management. To ensure that employment relationships are established and implemented in compliance with the law, the 2019 Labor Code and relevant legal instruments clearly define the rights, obligations, and […]