Vietnam Accepts Applications for Exemption from Anti-Circumvention Measures on Hot-Rolled Steel from China

ASL LAW trade remedy attorneys reviewing Vietnam's TRAV notice on exemption applications for temporary anti-circumvention measures on hot-rolled steel from China under Case AC03.AD20 at Hanoi office

On 28 July 2026, the Ministry of Industry and Trade issued Decision No. 1917/QĐ-BCT on the imposition of definitive anti-circumvention measures against the circumvention of trade remedy measures applicable to certain hot-rolled steel products originating from China. The case is designated as AC03.AD20. Following the imposition of the definitive measures, the Trade Remedies Authority of…

United States Issues Final Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Determinations on Steel Concrete Reinforcing Bar from Vietnam

ASL LAW trade remedy attorneys analyzing the U.S. Department of Commerce's final AD and CVD determinations on steel concrete reinforcing bar from Vietnam at Hanoi office

On 27 July 2026, U.S. time, the U.S. Department of Commerce (“DOC”) issued its final determinations in the antidumping and countervailing duty investigations concerning imports of steel concrete reinforcing bar from Vietnam. Compared with its preliminary determinations, the DOC increased the antidumping and countervailing duty rates applicable to Vietnamese enterprises. Given the relatively high final…

Personal Data Breaches and “Ghost Companies”: When Leaked Personal Information Can Leave Citizens Burdened with Tax Debts

ASL LAW data protection and tax attorneys analyzing the legal risks of personal data breaches being exploited to register ghost companies at Hanoi office

The official entry into force of the Personal Data Protection Law marks a significant milestone in Vietnam’s legislative approach, recognizing personal data as an independent legal asset deserving comprehensive protection. However, recent incidents in which individuals unexpectedly discovered that they had been registered as company owners, incurred tax liabilities, or were even prohibited from leaving…

Vietnam Initiates Anti-Dumping Investigation into Certain Prestressing Steel Bar Products Imported from China

ASL LAW trade remedy specialists analyzing Vietnam's MOIT anti-dumping investigation initiation on prestressing steel bar products from China at Hanoi office

On 27 July 2026, the Ministry of Industry and Trade of Vietnam (“MOIT”) issued Decision No. 1903/QĐ-BCT, under which Vietnam initiates anti-dumping investigation prestressing steel bar China. The prestressing steel bar imports China Vietnam anti-dumping case covers products classified under HS Codes 7227.20.00, 7228.20.11, 7228.20.19, and 7229.20.00 (Case No. AD24). Chinese steel bar exporters respond…

United States Issues Final Determination in Section 301 Forced Labor Investigation: Additional Tariffs Maintained and Exemption List Expanded

ASL LAW trade compliance specialists analyzing the USTR's Section 301 final determination and expanded exemption list at Hanoi office

On 24 July 2026 (Vietnam time), the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) released its Final Determination in the investigation conducted under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 covering 60 economies concerning the failure to enact or effectively enforce measures prohibiting the importation of goods produced wholly or in part with…

Vietnam Initiates New Exporter Review in Anti-Dumping Case on Wood Fiberboard Imports from China and Thailand

ASL LAW trade remedy specialists analyzing Vietnam's Decision 1784/QD-BCT initiating a new exporter review on wood fiberboard imports from China and Thailand at Hanoi office

On 17 July 2026, the Ministry of Industry and Trade of Vietnam issued Decision No. 1784/QĐ-BCT initiating a new exporter review in the anti-dumping case concerning certain wood fiberboard products imported from China and Thailand. The review is conducted under Case No. NR01.AD21. Previously, on 19 January 2026, the Ministry issued Decision No. 121/QĐ-BCT imposing…

Vietnam Initiates the First Administrative Review of Anti-Dumping Measures on Hot-Rolled Steel Imports from China

ASL LAW trade remedy attorneys analyzing Vietnam's first administrative review of anti-dumping measures on hot-rolled steel imports from China under Decision 1959/QĐ-BCT at Hanoi office

On 27 July 2026, the Ministry of Industry and Trade of Vietnam issued Decision No. 1902/QĐ-BCT initiating the first administrative review of the anti-dumping measures currently imposed on certain hot-rolled steel products originating in China. The review is conducted under Case No. AR01.AD20. Previously, on 4 July 2025, the Ministry issued Decision No. 1959/QĐ-BCT imposing…

Türkiye Initiates Sunset Review of Anti-Dumping Measures on Welded Stainless Steel Pipes from Vietnam

ASL LAW trade remedy attorneys analyzing Türkiye's sunset review initiation on welded stainless steel pipes from Vietnam at Hanoi office

On 3 July 2026, the Ministry of Trade of Türkiye issued Communiqué No. 2026/27 initiating a sunset review of the anti-dumping measures currently imposed on certain welded stainless steel pipe products originating in Vietnam. Existing Anti-Dumping Measures Remain Under Review The products subject to the review include certain welded stainless steel pipes classified under the…

Malaysia Initiates Anti-Dumping Investigation into Aluminium-Zinc Alloy-Coated Steel Imports from Vietnam, China, and Taiwan

ASL LAW trade remedy attorneys analyzing Malaysia's anti-dumping investigation on aluminium-zinc alloy-coated steel imports from Vietnam, China, and Taiwan at Hanoi office

On 17 July 2026, the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry of Malaysia (MITI) announced the initiation of an anti-dumping investigation concerning certain aluminium-zinc alloy-coated steel products originating in or imported from Vietnam, China, and Taiwan. Investigation Covers Multiple Categories of Aluminium-Zinc Alloy-Coated Steel Products The products under investigation are flat-rolled products of alloy and…

From the Habit of Playing Music for Free to Copyright Royalty Obligations: A New Compliance Challenge for Small Business Owners

ASL LAW intellectual property attorneys explaining music copyright royalty obligations under Decree 134/2026 to a small business owner at the Hanoi office

For many years, most café and beverage shop owners in Vietnam have routinely played music through YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music, and other online platforms. Some even continue to use old USB drives containing thousands of songs downloaded years ago to create a relaxing atmosphere for customers, rarely questioning whether copyright obligations might arise. The ease…

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