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(ASL LAW’s Article Published on VIR) As ASEAN integrates further, non-tariff barriers pose persistent challenges, becoming strategic factors shaping investment, supply chains, and growth. Doan Vu Hoai Nam, senior associate at ASL Law, talked with VIR’s reporter about how firms invest, structure supply chains, and expand, going beyond administrative hurdles ASEAN has made significant progress…
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On June 25, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) officially initiated anti-dumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) investigations on imports of steel concrete reinforcing bars from Algeria, Bulgaria, Egypt, and Vietnam. 1. Case Overview 2. Dumping Allegations 3. Subsidy Allegations To protect their legitimate interests, manufacturers and exporters should familiarize themselves with the procedure…
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On June 13, 2025, the Ministry of Industry and Trade issued Decision No. 1686/QĐ-BCT on the initiation of the final review of the application of official anti-dumping and countervailing measures on certain sugar products originating from the Kingdom of Thailand (case code: ER01.AD13-AS01). The scope, contents, and timeline of the investigation are detailed in Decision…
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As Vietnam continues to reinforce its position as a leading investment destination in the Asia-Pacific region, the demand for account opening and access to credit by foreign-invested enterprises (FIEs) has been on the rise. However, these activities are not merely administrative procedures—they are tightly regulated under Vietnam’s financial, banking, and oversea investment legal framework. This…
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Vietnam is steadily emerging as a strategic destination for renewable energy investment in the Asia–Pacific region, particularly in the wind and solar power sectors. However, implementing a renewable energy project is not merely a technical or financial matter—it is a complex process governed by a multi-layered legal framework, including oversea investment, land, construction, electricity, and…
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The 15th National Assembly of Vietnam has officially passed a resolution to continue applying a 2% reduction in value-added tax (VAT), lowering the rate from 10% to 8% for certain groups of goods and services. This policy will take effect from July 1, 2025, and remain in force until December 31, 2026. It is a…
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On June 21, 2025, Malaysia’s Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) announced the final determination of its sunset review concerning the anti-dumping duties imposed on imports of cold-rolled coil (CRC) or non-alloy steel with a width of more than 1,300 mm originating from China, Japan, South Korea, and Vietnam. This marks a key step in…
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Franchising has become increasingly popular in Vietnam due to its potential to rapidly expand brand presence and reduce risks for franchisees. However, not all franchising activities can be freely conducted without franchise registration in Vietnam. Proper registration and legal compliance are essential to ensure franchise agreements are valid and enforceable. When is franchising registration required?…
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In the context of deepening global integration, more Vietnamese enterprises are seeking to expand their operations overseas. However, to legally and effectively carry out oversea investment activities, businesses must strictly comply with all legal procedures regulated by Vietnamese law as well as the laws of the host country. Preparing documents and obtaining investment policy approval…
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Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are becoming a strategic trend in Vietnam, especially as international capital continues to flow into the market. However, for any M&A transaction to succeed, legal considerations play a vital role, particularly during the stages of due diligence, negotiation, and contract execution. Legal due diligence – the foundation of any M&A transaction…
