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Vietnam shifts medical residency and specialist training to Ministry of Health

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

National Assembly passes law ending middle school diplomas in Vietnam

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.

Vietnam boosts support for families with two children in new population law

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

Vietnam exempts taxis and ride-hailing cars from child seat requirement

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

Cyber security law 2025 positions data security as a 'national resource'

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.

Vietnam approves special patrol units in newly passed emergency law

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

Vietnam revises religious law to address digital realities

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.

Digital transformation must not be a fragmented race, says minister

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

Law to require AI content labelling, fines of up to VND2 billion for violations

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

Cybersecurity certificate to become mandatory for corporate leaders in Vietnam

Vietnam's draft cybersecurity law 2025 requires agency and company heads to hold cybersecurity management certification.

Vietnam approves extradition law with emergency detention clause

This morning, the National Assembly voted to pass the Law on Extradition, with 426 out of 430 delegates in attendance expressing approval.

Vietnam’s new cybersecurity law makes history with legal data security framework

The Cybersecurity Law 2025 introduces “data security” for the first time, reinforcing safety in the digital economy.

Vietnam revises high-tech law to lure top-tier FDI and retain tech giants

Vietnam’s revised high-tech law introduces targeted incentives to attract real high-tech investment and reduce policy waste.

Vietnam lags 20–40 years behind in requiring car seats for children

From the US to Japan, child restraint systems have long been compulsory. Vietnam’s upcoming law reflects a long-overdue change in mindset.

AI law draft sets out strict penalties and fake content warnings in Vietnam

Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology has proposed labeling AI-generated content and imposing fines of up to 2 billion VND for violations under a new draft law.

Vietnam’s proposed high-tech law reform raises concerns among foreign investors

Revisions to Vietnam’s High-Tech Law spark concern among Korean and foreign investors over potential loss of incentives.

Inmates may gain right to donate organs under new legislation

Inmates in Vietnam may soon be allowed to donate organs and reproductive cells, as the National Assembly debates a progressive legal amendment.

Draft Law on E-commerce approved

The Government has issued Resolution No. 352/NQ-CP approving the contents of the draft Law on E-commerce.

New laws on innovation, corporate income tax enacted from October 1

The Law on Science, Technology and Innovation, and the Law on Corporate Income Tax will take into effect on October 1.

Ministry proposes abolishing salary ranking based on professional titles

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has submitted a draft amendment to the Law on Public Employees, introducing several new provisions on recruitment, utilization, management, and evaluation of public employees.