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 […]
Cross-border mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have become an increasingly popular channel for foreign investors to enter Vietnam’s market, particularly in sectors where greenfield investment is slower or more capital-intensive. Vietnam’s legal framework has evolved to accommodate this trend, but procedural complexity and regulatory limits remain key considerations for dealmakers. 1. Legal Framework Cross-border M&A transactions […]
Vietnam continues to attract foreign direct investment (FDI), yet entry is not completely open. Certain lines of business are classified as “conditional” for foreign investors, meaning market access is subject to restrictions to protect national interests, public health, or cultural values. Understanding these limits is essential for investors planning projects in sensitive areas. 1. Legal […]
Mobilizing capital from foreign financial institutions is a common activity for Foreign Invested Enterprises (FIEs) in Vietnam. To protect their interests, offshore lenders almost always require the FIE to use its assets in Vietnam as collateral. In this context, the registration of the secured transaction becomes a key requirement to establish effectiveness against third parties, […]