ASL LAW Ranked as a Top-Tier Firm in the ALB Asia M&A Rankings

ASL LAW M&A attorneys celebrating the firm's recognition as a top-tier firm in the ALB Asia M&A Rankings at Hanoi office

According to the latest announcement by Asian Legal Business (ALB), the prestigious legal publication under Thomson Reuters, ASL LAW has been recognized as a Top-Tier Firm in Vietnam for Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) in the ALB Asia M&A Rankings. The ALB Asia M&A Rankings is one of the leading practice-area rankings followed by the legal…

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…

Vietnam Merger Control for M&A Deals: Key Issues for Foreign Investors

ASL LAW competition and M&A attorneys advising foreign investors on Vietnam merger control filing obligations and threshold compliance at Hanoi office

From 1 July 2026, Vietnam increased several financial thresholds for merger notification under Resolution No. 66.18/2026/NQ-CP. However, the 20% combined market share threshold remains unchanged. For foreign investor merger control Vietnam, the practical question is not only whether a transaction exceeds the new financial thresholds, but also whether the acquisition, joint venture or restructuring falls…

Do You Still Need to File a Merger Notification in Vietnam After July 2026?

ASL LAW competition and M&A attorneys analyzing Vietnam's revised merger control thresholds and post-July 2026 filing obligations under Resolution 66.18/2026 at Hanoi office

From 1 July 2026, the rules on merger notification Vietnam 2026 changed under Resolution No. 66.18/2026/NQ-CP. The short answer is no, not every transaction requires notification, but every serious M&A transaction or joint venture should be assessed for economic concentration notification Vietnam before signing. Although several financial thresholds have been increased, the Vietnam 20% market…

Vietnam Merger Control Thresholds 2026: What Has Changed and Who Needs to File?

ASL LAW competition and M&A attorneys analyzing Vietnam's revised merger control thresholds and filing obligations under Resolution 66.18/2026 at Hanoi office

From 1 July 2026, the Vietnam merger control thresholds 2026 introduced under Resolution No. 66.18/2026/NQ-CP have significantly revised the Vietnam merger filing thresholds. Most financial thresholds for economic concentration Vietnam have been increased, while the 20% combined market share threshold remains unchanged. For investors, the practical issue is no longer simply whether a transaction exceeds…

ASL LAW Is Hiring Lawyers & Legal Associates in Hanoi – Ho Chi Minh City – Da Nang

ASL LAW recruitment banner for lawyers and legal associates in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Da Nang offices

ASL LAW is a leading independent Vietnam full Service law firm, consistently recognized by prestigious international legal ranking organizations, including Legal500, ASIA LAW, IFLR, ALB, WTR, IP Stars, and Asia Business Law Journal, across a broad range of practice areas such as M&A, Intellectual Property, Data privacy, Corporate, Dispute Resolution, Trade Remedies, Employment, and Tax….

M&A in Vietnam: Golden Opportunities for Investors in the New Context

ASL LAW M&A attorneys advising an investment fund on golden opportunities in Vietnam's M&A market at Ho Chi Minh City office

Vietnam’s mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market continues to expand rapidly as the country strengthens its position as a regional investment hub. In 2026, driven by economic recovery, restructuring trends, and increased foreign capital inflows, M&A activities in Vietnam present significant opportunities for strategic investors seeking long-term value and market access. M&A opportunities Vietnam post-pandemic market…

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…

Vietnam Raises Merger Control Thresholds from July 2026: What Investors Should Know

Vietnam raises merger control thresholds from July 2026 for investors, M&A transactions and economic concentration filings

Vietnam will raise several key Vietnam merger control thresholds 2026 from 1 July 2026, marking an important Vietnam Competition Law update 2026 for investors, multinational corporations, private equity funds, strategic buyers, joint venture partners and businesses planning M&A transactions in Vietnam. The change forms part of Vietnam’s broader efforts to reduce administrative procedures, simplify business…

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