New provisions concerning beneficial owners in accordance with the amended and supplemented Law on Enterprises
On June 17, 2025, the National Assembly passed Law No. 76/2025/QH15, amending and supplementing a number of articles of the Law on Enterprises. Accordingly, effective from July 1, 2025, Vietnam officially implements regulations concerning the "Ultimate Beneficial Owner" (UBO) in its legal framework for enterprises. The official regulation of beneficial ownership...
Continue ReadingJudgment on Website Design Contract Dispute
In the age of technology, as sales through e-commerce channels are booming, contracts for designing websites and mobile applications (apps) have become more prevalent than ever. However, this has been accompanied by an increase in disputes arising from these contracts. In this article, DB Legal will analyze a typical case...
Continue ReadingEffective July 1, 2025: 5+ Civil Status Procedures with Foreign Elements to be Handled at Commune Level
A major change in administrative procedures is coming. According to the latest regulations, starting from July 1, 2025, the authority to handle many key civil status procedures involving foreign elements will be officially decentralized from District-level People's Committees to Commune-level People's Committees. This change is expected to help citizens save...
Continue ReadingSynthesis of Appellate Judgments on Labor Disputes
Collection of appellate judgments on labor disputes. These judgments are compiled for research and study purposes only. Any commercial reproduction is strictly prohibited.
Continue ReadingDecree No. 146/2025/ND-CP – Decentralizing Industrial & Commercial Management
On June 12, 2025, the Vietnamese Government issued Decree No. 146/2025/ND-CP ("Decree 146"), introducing a two-year pilot program for the decentralization and authorization of management in the industrial and commercial sectors. This Decree will take effect from July 1, 2025, and remain in force until July 1, 2027, unless extended...
Continue ReadingLicensing for Alcohol/Alcoholic Beverages in Vietnam
The alcoholic beverage business in Vietnam is rapidly expanding, not only in terms of domestic production but also with a growing participation from distribution and import enterprises. In this context, the State has enacted a strict legal framework to control alcohol-related activities, aiming to mitigate the harmful effects of alcoholic...
Continue ReadingSummary of Judgments on Sales Contract Disputes Involving Foreign Parties
A Compilation of Judgments on Disputes Concerning Contracts for the Sale of Goods where the Litigant is an Individual or Organization with an Address or Headquarters Abroad. This compilation of judgments is intended for research and academic purposes. Any reproduction for commercial purposes is strictly prohibited.
Continue ReadingDivorce in Vietnam: Trends, Legal Framework, and Resolution of Complex Disputes
The continuous socio-economic development has brought significant changes to traditional family values in Vietnam. International integration, rapid urbanization, work pressure, and shifts in awareness regarding individual freedom are contributing factors to the increasing trend of divorce rates. According to statistics from the Supreme People's Court, the period 2015–2023 recorded an...
Continue ReadingUnderstanding the WTO's Role in International Investment
When considering international investment, the World Trade Organization (WTO) may not always be the first institution that springs to mind. This is understandable, as the WTO—unlike comprehensive Bilateral Investment Treaties (BITs) or modern Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) such as the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP)—does not feature...
Continue ReadingThe Civil Lawsuit Filing and Case Acceptance Process in Vietnam
Initiating a civil lawsuit before a Court is not only a significant statutory right for individuals and organizations to protect their legitimate interests but also a legal process demanding thorough understanding and strict adherence to procedural laws. Meticulous preparation and correct execution of procedures are pivotal factors determining the success...
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