Foreign-Invested Enterprises (FIEs) operating in Vietnam must adhere to a strict legal process when ceasing operations, whether due to a shift in business strategy, market difficulties, or regulatory breaches. This procedure is governed primarily by the Law on Investment 2020 and the Law on Enterprises 2020 (amended in 2025). A thorough understanding of this framework […]
1.Introduction As Vietnam’s labor market becomes increasingly globalized, foreign employees now play a significant role across multiple sectors, from manufacturing to services and high-skilled industries. With this development comes the question of how disputes between foreign employees and employers are resolved. While Vietnamese law guarantees equal access to dispute resolution, in practice, foreign workers face […]
In credit activities, land use rights are the most common form of collateral. However, agricultural land has a limited term of use (20 years, 50 years depending on purpose). As a result, many disputes arise regarding cases where the collateral is agricultural land whose term of use has expired as stated in the Land Use […]
In Vietnam, birth registration is a fundamental civil procedure that affirms a child’s legal identity and access to basic rights such as nationality, healthcare, and education. However, when a child is born to parents who are not legally married, questions often arise regarding the registration process, the child’s legal status, and the rights of each […]
As Vietnam continues to streamline its tax policies to align with international standards and digital transformation goals, significant changes to the Law on Value-Added Tax (VAT) will officially take effect from July 1, 2025. These amendments are expected to have wide-reaching implications for both local businesses and foreign investors operating in the country. From changes […]
In today’s fast-changing regulatory landscape, ensuring full legal compliance is no longer just about avoiding penalties — it is a strategic move to protect and grow your business. As more foreign-invested companies expand operations in Vietnam, many are turning to retainer-based legal services as a practical solution for ongoing legal support. But is this model […]