A series of major laws passed in 2025 will take effect on January 1, 2026, spanning employment, education, data protection, taxation, state budget, digital technology, energy, and transport.

Intellectual property must become an asset of enterprises that can be valued, traded, included in financial statements, and used as collateral for loans or capital contributions, especially for new technology assets, digital technology, and AI.

Vietnam's AI Law outlines a development path focused on innovation, transparency and human dignity in the digital age.

On December 10, the National Assembly officially passed Vietnam’s first-ever Law on Artificial Intelligence (AI), with 429 out of 434 deputies voting in favor (90.70%). The law will come into effect on March 1, 2026.

Vietnam's updated anti-corruption law strengthens public accountability and annual financial scrutiny.

On the afternoon of December 10, the 15th National Assembly of Vietnam passed the amended High Technology Law during its 10th session, with 437 out of 441 attending deputies voting in favor, representing 92.39% approval.

The E-commerce Law passed by Vietnam’s National Assembly introduces strict rules for online influencers and platforms.

The revised Execution of Criminal Judgments Law includes organ donations under strict conditions - but reproductive rights remain restricted.

Under a revised law, public-sector professionals can now legally manage or invest in private enterprises, with conflict-of-interest safeguards.

Vietnam’s National Assembly has officially passed sweeping changes to the Personal Income Tax Law, reducing the number of tax brackets and raising deductions in a move expected to benefit millions of taxpayers starting in 2026.

From 2026, programs such as medical residency and specialist degrees will be fully administered by the Ministry of Health.

Vietnam’s new Cybersecurity Law strengthens government oversight of online identity, data, and content, with sweeping powers granted to the Ministry of Public Security.

Under the new education law, students finishing lower secondary will no longer receive formal diplomas; high school diplomas will be issued by school principals upon meeting ministry criteria.

Families with two children to receive social housing priority and extended maternity leave under Vietnam’s new Population Law

Vietnam’s National Assembly passes changes to road safety laws, lifting the child seat mandate for taxis and app-based ride services.

The draft Cyber Security Law 2025 integrates "data security" into the legal framework, viewing data as a national resource that needs to be protected at the highest level, creating an important legal foundation for VN to ensure cyberspace safety.

This afternoon, with 419 out of 420 deputies present voting in favor, the National Assembly officially passed the Law on Emergency Situations.

A new draft law on religion is under discussion as officials grapple with online sermons, cross-border rituals, and blurred lines between belief and construction law.

Vietnam is drafting its first digital transformation law, aiming to build a unified framework for a smart nation.

Minister of Science and Technology Nguyen Manh Hung late last week presented to the National Assembly the draft Law on Artificial Intelligence.