As Vietnam prepares to enforce the Personal Data Protection Law, businesses must address vulnerabilities in processes, technology, and employee training to avoid hefty penalties.

The Press Law, once amended, is expected to include many policies to develop the journalism economy, adjust press activities online, and promote media complex models.

"When digital assets are defined and regulated, it will contribute to protecting user rights, minimising risks, promoting the digital economy, attracting investment and enhancing innovation," said the VN Blockchain Association's Vice Chair.

Starting January 2025, Vietnam’s updated traffic law mandates theory tests for driver’s licenses expired even by a single day, reflecting stricter measures for road safety compliance.

Vietnam’s National Assembly has approved a revised Electricity Law focusing on fair pricing, renewable energy oversight, and a phased roadmap to eliminate cross-subsidies.

The revised Securities Law, effective January 1, 2025, outlines six prohibited behaviors to combat stock market manipulation and ensure fair trading.

Vietnam’s National Assembly has passed amendments to the military law, increasing officer retirement ages while capping the number of generals at 415.

Vietnam’s new regulation compels Google and Apple to enforce game licensing rules, addressing years of unfair competition in the gaming industry.

With a majority of votes in favour, the National Assembly approved the amended Trade Union Law at its ongoing eighth session in Hanoi on November 27.

The Law on the Value Added Tax was adopted at the 8th session of the 15th National Assembly (NA) in Hanoi on November 26 and is set to come into force in July next year.

Under stricter online regulations taking effect this December, foreign platforms operating in Vietnam must comply with tighter deadlines for removing illegal content and suspending offending accounts.

The National Assembly has approved the revised Cultural Heritage Law, introducing key measures for the repatriation of Vietnamese cultural artifacts and enhanced heritage protection policies.

The National Assembly has approved amendments to the Cultural Heritage Law, paving the way for the establishment of the Cultural Heritage Conservation Fund to mobilize social resources for preservation efforts.

The Vietnamese government has proposed expanding its tax net to include foreign businesses conducting e-commerce and digital transactions within the country.

The amended Pharmacy Law prohibits online sales of prescription drugs, with e-commerce platforms required to ensure compliance with new legal standards.

On the morning of November 9, addressing the Hanoi delegation of National Assembly deputies, General Secretary To Lam dedicated time to discuss pressing issues surrounding the draft Law on Educators.

The 2024 Social Insurance Law, effective July 1, 2025, reduces the minimum contribution period for pension eligibility from 20 to 15 years, offering more workers the opportunity to benefit from retirement income and free healthcare coverage.

A conference was held in Hanoi on November 5 to review the task of codifying legal documents in 2019-2023 and publicise the code, with Deputy Prime Minister Le Thanh Long attending.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade proposes significant changes to the Electricity Law to attract $70-80 billion in investment and enhance energy security.