The Vietnamese government has ordered the implementation of a legal framework regarding virtual assets, directing the Ministry of Finance to conduct research and propose a legal framework by May 2025 to prohibit or regulate virtual assets to combat money laundering and address issues related to virtual assets gradually becoming more prevalent in Vietnam. In the…
On the morning of February 19, 2024, representatives of the Office of the President of Vietnam announced the full text of the President’s Order on the promulgation of the amended Land Law and the amended Credit Institutions Law, which were passed by the 15th National Assembly at its extraordinary general meeting, the fifth of the…
One of the primary reasons for restricting foreign exchange transactions is to protect and maintain stability for the domestic economy. Controlling exchange rates can help prevent significant and sudden fluctuations in currency values, keeping the economy more stable and minimizing inherent risks. Article 3 of Circular 32/2013/TT-NHNN stipulates, “Within the territory of Vietnam, except for…
With outstanding achievements, ASL Law has been honored by the Asia Business Law Journal as a leading law firm in the field of Structured Finance & Securitisation in 2023. This recognition is not only a source of pride for ASL Law but also a testament to the commitment and vision to provide optimal legal solutions,…
In the context where the tax system and related fees are becoming increasingly complex, understanding the fundamental concepts of taxes, fees, and levies is crucial for individuals and businesses to actively and effectively manage personal and corporate finances in Vietnam. In reality, many people still find it challenging to differentiate between these concepts. This article…
The using of foreign currency in the territory of Vietnam is currently limited in order to preserve the strength of Vietnam Dong – Vietnam’s currency. If other currencies such as USD, AUD, Euro, Swiss France,… are constantly traded in the open market, the value of VND will slowly deteriorate as people will not use that…
The M&A activities in 2023 are still not as exciting and dynamic as expected. However, with encouraging signals in M&A deals, particularly in the real estate and technology sectors in the latter half of 2023, along with policy changes aimed at attracting foreign investment, the Vietnamese M&A market is expected to recover and thrive in…
With a continuous commitment to providing cross-border legal services for Vietnamese businesses in various countries, the IBA event provides an excellent opportunity for ASL LAW’s lawyers to meet, exchange, and learn from experiences in their specialized legal areas such as anti-dumping and trade remedy, mergers and acquisitions, business, energy and oil, construction, intellectual property, arbitration,…
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ASL LAW continues to be the sponsor for the International Bar Association (IBA) Annual Conference 2023 in Paris
After officially becoming a sponsor for the IBA Annual Conference in Miami, USA in 2022, ASL LAW is honored to maintain its role as the main sponsor for the IBA Annual Conference 2023 in Paris, France. The IBA Annual Conference is a prestigious international legal conference. Established in 1947, shortly after the founding of the…
The D/P (Documents against Payment) payment method is one of the common payment methods in Vietnam and internationally, enabling parties involved in international trade to conduct transactions with transparency and accuracy, ensuring the interests of each party. However, due to its relatively recent introduction, there are some operational and personnel management gaps in implementing the…