Competition Law Risks for Digital Platforms and Data-Driven Businesses in Vietnam

ASL LAW competition and antitrust attorneys analyzing compliance risks for digital platforms and data-driven businesses under Vietnam's evolving competition law framework at Hanoi office

From 1 July 2026, Resolution No. 66.18/2026/NQ-CP increased several financial thresholds for merger notification while keeping the 20% combined market share threshold unchanged. Although these amendments mainly affect merger notification, they also reflect the continuing development of competition law Vietnam. For digital businesses, antitrust compliance Vietnam is no longer limited to transaction size or market…

Joint Ventures in Vietnam: When Competition Law and Merger Control Become Relevant

ASL LAW competition and M&A attorneys advising foreign investors on joint venture merger control obligations and economic concentration notification requirements under Vietnam Competition Law at Hanoi office

From 1 July 2026, Vietnam increased several financial thresholds for merger notification under Resolution No. 66.18/2026/NQ-CP, while keeping the 20% combined market share threshold unchanged. Under joint venture Vietnam competition law, a joint venture does not automatically require notification, but it should always be assessed before signing. Where a joint venture qualifies as an economic…

Resolution No. 10-NQ/TW: Paving the Way for Vietnamese Enterprises to Enhance Their Position in the FDI Ecosystem

ASL LAW policy advisors analyzing Resolution 10-NQ/TW and its impact on Vietnamese enterprises in the FDI ecosystem at Hanoi office

(Published in Newspaper of Industry and Trade) Resolution No. 10-NQ/TW introduces mechanisms to support Vietnamese enterprises in joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions, and the gradual absorption of technology transferred from foreign-invested enterprises. Resolution No. 10-NQ/TW, issued by the Politburo on June 8, 2026, concerning the development of the foreign-invested sector, sets out a new approach…

Property Disputes With and Without a Will in Vietnam

ASL LAW inheritance and property dispute attorneys analyzing Vietnam's legal framework for testate and intestate succession at Hanoi office

Inheritance property disputes are among the most common and complex types of civil disputes in Vietnam, particularly as the value of assets such as land use rights, residential housing, and business assets continues to increase. These disputes not only affect the rights and interests of heirs but also have a direct impact on family relationships…

International Commercial Mediation in Vietnam: From Consensus-Based Resolution to Enforceability – A Comparison with the United States and Singapore

ASL LAW international dispute resolution attorneys analyzing commercial mediation frameworks in Vietnam compared to the US and Singapore at Hanoi office

Mediation is increasingly becoming a strategic choice for resolving international commercial disputes. However, its true value lies not in reaching a settlement, but in its ability to transform that settlement into an effectively enforceable instrument. As Vietnam continues its deep international integration, improving the legal framework governing mediation is not only an internal necessity but…

Perspectives on the Rights of Pregnant Female Employees: International Experience and Its Application in Vietnam

ASL LAW employment and gender equality attorneys analyzing the legal protections for pregnant female workers under Vietnam’s Labor Code 2019 and Social Insurance Law at Hanoi office

The right to pregnancy and maternity rights of female employees are fundamental personal rights closely associated with the principle of substantive gender equality in employment relationships. Female employees are not only a direct productive force in the economy but also undertake the social function of reproduction through childbirth and the nurturing of future generations. This…

Resolving Property Disputes Involving Multiple Parties with Competing Interests in Vietnam

ASL LAW property and dispute resolution attorneys analyzing legal frameworks for multiple-party property disputes under Vietnam's 2024 Land Law at Hanoi office

In practice, civil and commercial transactions in Vietnam increasingly involve situations where a single asset is simultaneously associated with the rights and interests of multiple parties. An asset may be owned by an individual or a business operating in Vietnam while also being mortgaged to a bank, entrusted to a repair or transportation service provider,…

M&A in the Real Estate Sector: Persistent Challenges That Remain Difficult to Resolve

ASL LAW M&A attorneys analyzing persistent challenges in Vietnam's real estate sector, including legal bottlenecks and dispute resolution risks at Hanoi office

In recent years, M&A activities in the real estate sector have become increasingly active, particularly as the market faces liquidity pressures, tighter credit conditions, and the need to restructure investment portfolios. As many developers encounter cash flow difficulties, transferring all or part of a project has become a practical solution to recover capital, reduce financial…

Legal Issues Arising from Terminating Employment Contracts Through Social Media Applications

Legal Issues Arising from Terminating Employment Contracts Through Social Media Applications

The rapid development of information technology and social media platforms in recent years has significantly transformed communication methods in employment relationships. Whereas communication between employers and employees was previously conducted primarily through paper documents, emails, or other formal notification methods, social media applications such as Zalo, Facebook, Messenger, Telegram, and other online messaging platforms have…

The Feasibility of Hiring Cross-Border Foreign Workers to Work for Businesses in Vietnam

ASL LAW labor attorneys analyzing Decree 219/2025 and the feasibility of hiring cross-border foreign workers for Vietnamese businesses at Hanoi office

In the context of globalization and the rapid advancement of digital technology, remote working has become a widespread trend in international business operations. Enterprises doing business in Vietnam are no longer constrained by geographical boundaries when recruiting personnel and can instead access highly qualified talent from various countries. This is particularly significant for Vietnamese businesses…

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