Labor in Vietnam: Key Changes Affecting Businesses in 2026

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Vietnam’s labor regulatory framework continues to evolve in response to economic growth, workforce mobility, and digital transformation. For foreign investors, tech entrepreneurs, and legal professionals, understanding key labor law changes affecting businesses Vietnam 2026 is essential to maintaining compliance and operational stability. Recent adjustments impact wage structures, working hours, digital documentation, and employer contribution obligations….

ASL LAW: The First Vietnamese Law Firm to Open an Office in the United States

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The establishment of international financial centers in Vietnam is expected to expand capital markets and facilitate long-term capital flows in accordance with international standards. As Vietnam continues to strengthen its position as an attractive investment destination, drawing increasing attention from the global financial community, cross-border trade and investment activities between Vietnam and the United States…

ASL LAW Appoints New Partner

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ASL LAW LLC (ASL LAW) officially announces that Dr. Nguyen Thi Thu Hien has joined the firm as a Partner, marking an important milestone in the firm’s strategy to strengthen its professional capacity and expand its legal services. The addition of Dr. Nguyen Thi Thu Hien is expected to further reinforce ASL LAW’s team of…

Registering Copyright for Software and Mobile Applications in Vietnam: A Detailed Step-by-Step Guide

ASL LAW intellectual property attorneys reviewing software copyright application documents with tech client at Hanoi office

For technology companies, startups, and foreign investors entering the Vietnamese market, securing copyright protection for software under Vietnam IP Law is a critical compliance and risk-management step. Although copyright arises automatically upon creation, registering software copyright Vietnam step-by-step provides stronger evidentiary value, enhances enforcement options, and strengthens oversea investment‘s confidence. This guide explains the legal…

New Directions in Intellectual Property Enforcement in Vietnam Following Legal Reforms

ASL LAW intellectual property attorneys analyzing Directive 02/CT-TTG and 2025-2026 legal reforms at Hanoi office

Vietnam is entering a new phase of intellectual property protection. With the Vietnam IP reforms April 2026 key changes, enforcement authorities, courts, and right holders are adjusting to a more structured and deterrence-oriented system. For foreign investors, technology companies, and brand owners, understanding the new IP enforcement directions Vietnam legal reforms 2026 is essential to…

Renewing Registered Trademarks: Process, Deadlines, and Common Errors in Vietnam

ASL LAW trademark attorneys reviewing renewal documents and deadline calendar with client at Hanoi office

For brand owners operating in Vietnam, maintaining trademark validity is as important as obtaining registration. The trademark renewal process and deadlines Vietnam require careful monitoring to avoid unintended loss of rights. Failure to comply with procedural requirements may lead to trademark cancellation for non-renewal Vietnam, exposing businesses to infringement risks and brand dilution. This article…

Important Considerations When Transferring Patent Ownership in Vietnam – Risks and Solutions

ASL LAW patent attorneys reviewing assignment documents and original patent certificates with client at Hanoi office

Transferring patent rights in Vietnam is not merely a contractual matter. It requires strict compliance with administrative procedures and substantive legal conditions. For technology companies, investors, and multinational corporations, understanding patent transfer ownership Vietnam key considerations is essential to avoid regulatory rejection, unenforceability, or post-transaction disputes. This article analyzes patent assignment risks and solutions Vietnam,…

Monitoring and Renewing International Trademarks from Vietnam: Process and Recommendations from ASL LAW

ASL LAW trademark attorneys reviewing international trademark monitoring reports and renewal schedules for a multinational client at Hanoi office

For multinational brand owners and foreign investors, effective monitoring international trademarks designated in Vietnam is essential to maintaining continuous protection. While the Madrid System offers centralized management, local compliance remains critical. Failure to track international trademark renewal deadlines and procedures may result in unexpected loss of rights in Vietnam. This article explains the renewing Madrid…

Guide to International Trademark Registration in Vietnam for SMEs

ASL LAW trademark attorneys consulting with SME owner on international trademark strategy and budget planning at Ho Chi Minh City office

For small and medium-sized enterprises expanding beyond domestic markets, trademark protection is no longer optional. A structured international trademark registration guide Vietnam SMEs can help businesses secure brand value, attract investors, and reduce legal risks when entering regional or global markets. This article explains Vietnam trademark registration options for small business, compares Madrid System vs…

The European Union Receives a Petition Requesting an Anti-Dumping Investigation into Copper Tubes Exported from Vietnam

ASL LAW trade remedy attorneys reviewing the U.S. Department of Commerce preliminary anti-dumping determination for Vietnam steel rebar at Hanoi office

On March 2, 2025, the Vietnam Trade Remedies Authority (Ministry of Industry and Trade) announced that it had received information from the Vietnam Trade Office in Belgium stating that the European Commission had accepted a valid petition requesting the initiation of an anti-dumping investigation into imported copper tubes originating from Vietnam. In the event that…

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