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Starting a business in Vietnam
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Game Licensing in Vietnam: 7 Critical Rules Foreign Developers Need To Understand
The gaming market in Vietnam is growing fast. Millions of players download and enjoy new games each month. Developers see opportunity and move quickly. Yet a hidden challenge waits for those who do not prepare. Without proper understanding of game licensing in Vietnam, a platform can face payment issues, app removals, and legal penalties. That …
Vietnam’s AD22 Anti-Dumping Case on Colorless Float Glass
What is Vietnam’s AD22 Anti-Dumping Case and Why Now? On 18 July 2025, Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) initiated an anti-dumping investigation into colorless float glass from Indonesia and Malaysia (case AD22). The investigated goods are classified under HS 7005.29.20 / 7005.29.90. The case was opened upon a petition from domestic producers alleging …
Virtual Goods Regulation in Vietnam: 5 Hidden Traps That Impact Your Platforms
Digital goods fuel innovations but the laws are catching up in the virtual economies. Vietnam’s digital economy is growing fast. More apps are offering digital rewards, in-app purchases, and monetized gifts. But behind the excitement, a new law is changing the rules. Platforms that fail to prepare may find themselves blocked. The challenge lies in …
4 Powerful Features in Decree 191/2025: Procedures to Apply For Vietnamese Nationality That Bring Hope to Investors and Overseas Vietnamese
New Hopes, New Rules Some decisions change lives. Others change nations. Vietnam’s new nationality law may do both. For years, foreign investors, Vietnamese born citizens abroad, and professionals have struggled with the uncertainty around Vietnam’s citizenship policy and how to apply for Vietnamese nationality. The requirements were complex. The possibility of holding dual nationality was …
Vietnam Law on Digital Technology Industry: What Global Platforms Must Know by 2026
Vietnam is introducing a major new legal framework for digital platforms, and it will reshape how apps, games, streaming services, and digital content businesses operate in here. The Vietnam law on digital technology industry, taking effect on January 1, 2026, is set to establish clear requirements for both domestic and foreign platforms that engage with …
Vietnam Court System Reform in 2025: Laying the Foundation for International Disputes?
On July 1, 2025, Vietnam took a decisive step toward reshaping not just its domestic judiciary, but potentially its role in global dispute resolution. The Vietnam court system reform introduced legal mechanisms that allow for the formation of international style specialized courts. While less visible than the structural overhaul of district and high courts, this …
ESG Strategy in Vietnam: 5 Proven Moves to Build Trust, Avoid Risk, and Lead with Purpose
Introduction on ESG Strategy in Vietnam ESG is not the future of compliance in Vietnam. It’s the new language of doing business. If your supply chain doesn’t follow it, buyers and banks may walk away. More investors now demand facts, not intentions. Without a clear ESG strategy in Vietnam, your project risks delays, failed audits, …
Vietnam Local Government Reform 2025: 7 Powerful Realities Every Investor Should Leverage Early
Imagine the situation, your staff is confusing and the officers are also confusing. A licensing application get returned because the authorities have changed, or the wrong address have been submitted. These hiccups may sound small. But they can delay your project. Stall a transaction. Interrupt operations. And yet, behind the redirections and resets, something bigger …
Exciting Strategic Wins from the Vietnam Personal Data Protection Law 2025 for Tech Leaders
Fines are rising. Risks are growing. But with the right mindset, so is opportunity. A new legal framework is changing the way businesses must handle personal data. This article breaks down the key takeaways, risk points, and action steps every business leader should know about the Vietnam Personal Data Protection Law. Whether you operate locally …
Lawyer Licensing in Vietnam: 5 Bold Changes You Must Know About That Could Reshape Legal Careers
A new rule on lawyer licensing in Vietnam is now official. But the implications would be a bit concerning? From July 1, 2025, the road to becoming a lawyer in Vietnam would not begin in the Ministry of Justice in Hanoi. It might start at your local provincial office. This reform inside Decree 121/2025/ND-CP, brings …