On March 15, 2024, the Trade Remedies Authority of Vietnam, Ministry of Industry and Trade issued Announcement No. 11/TB-PVTM regarding the acceptance of applications for exemption from the application of trade remedy measures in March 2024 from enterprises meeting the conditions for exemption, applying to specific cases as outlined in the attached appendix to the…
On March 14, 2024, the Trade Remedies Authority, Ministry of Industry and Trade of Vietnam issued a list of early warnings for Vietnamese products at risk of being investigated for the application of international trade defense measures. The items at risk include: 1. Some wood products exported to the United States Hardwood plywood HS codes…
Recently, the Vietnamese Ministry of Finance has officially expressed its opinion, proposing to reconsider the proposal to increase pensions and allowances by the Ministry of Labor, Invalids and Social Affairs, citing that the projected funding would exceed 17 trillion Vietnamese dong, surpassing the budget’s balancing capability. The Ministry of Finance has issued a letter in…
On March 8, 2024, the United States International Trade Commission (USITC) issued a notice initiating a global safeguard investigation to fine denier polyester staple fiber under HS code 5503.20.0025. The investigation was launched by the USITC on February 28, 2024, following a petition from U.S. producers of polyester staple fiber, including Fiber Industries LLC d/b/a…
Investing abroad can be a strategic move for businesses looking to expand their operations and tap into new markets. However, the process of transferring investment capital abroad is governed by strict regulations aimed at maintaining financial stability and transparency. In Vietnam, these regulations are outlined in both the Investment Law and related government decrees. Understanding…
On March 11, 2024, the Ministry of Industry and Trade of Vietnam issued Decision No. 494/QD-BCT regarding the extension of the deadline for reviewing new exporters in the application of anti-circumvention measures on certain sugar products. This decision was made in accordance with the provisions of Articles 82 and 90 of the Law on Foreign…
On March 8, 2024, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) initiated an investigation into the application of anti-dumping measures on wire rod products originating from China, Egypt, and Vietnam. The investigated product is wire rod with HS codes: 7213.91.00.42; 7213.91.00.43; 7213.91.00.49; 7213.91.00.50; 7213.91.00.60; 7213.91.00.70; 7213.99.00.11; 7213.99.00.12; 7213.99.00.31; 7213.99.00.32; 7213.99.00.51; 7213.99.00.52; 7227.20.00.20; 7227.20.00.90; 7227.90.00.60; 7227.90.00.70; 7227.90.00.81;…
At the Vietnam GC Summit 2024 event, held in collaboration with Legal500, ASL LAW emphasized the important factors in conducting M&A activities in Vietnam, specifically regarding regulations on personal data protection, intellectual property law, and requirements for global minimum tax. During the presentation at the workshop, in addition to the usual aspects to consider in…
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Navigating M&A in Vietnam: Compliance with New Regulations on Personal Data Protection, IP Law, and Global Minimum Tax
At the GC Summit 2024 event, held in collaboration with Legal500, ASL LAW emphasized the important factors in conducting M&A activities in Vietnam, specifically regarding regulations on personal data protection, intellectual property law, and requirements for global minimum tax. THE FULL PRESENTATION SLIDE CAN BE DOWNLOAD HERE. Businesses engaging in M&A transactions in Vietnam need…
In a significant step towards amending and reforming the legal system concerning land, Land Law 2024 amends and replaces Land Law 2013 (“the Land Law 2024”), with the supreme mission of establishing an efficient and transparent legal framework while ensuring fairness and sustainability in land management and use. Issued with the purpose and spirit of…