Perspectives on Vietnam’s precedent mechanism in comparison with international models

ASL LAW legal researchers analyzing Vietnam's precedent system and international comparative models at Hanoi office

In the process of judicial reform and international legal integration, judicial precedents have increasingly been recognized as an important instrument to promote uniform application of the law, address legal gaps, and reconcile divergent interpretations of written norms. In many jurisdictions, whether following the common law or civil law tradition, precedents play a certain role in…

Legal Considerations for Cross-Border Debt Recovery in Vietnam

ASL LAW international trade lawyers advising client on cross-border debt recovery strategies at Ho Chi Minh City office

In the context of deepening globalization, commercial and oversea investment transactions increasingly extend beyond national borders, leading to a significant rise in disputes concerning payment obligations. Cross-border debt recovery is therefore no longer an isolated issue but has become a systemic legal challenge for both domestic enterprises and foreign investors operating in Vietnam. This article…

Key highlights of the Fintech framework under Decree No. 94/2025/ND-CP

ASL LAW regulatory lawyers reviewing Decree 94/2025/ND-CP and sandbox application requirements at Hanoi office

In the context of rapid growth of the financial technology sector in Vietnam, coupled with increasing legal and systemic risks, the issuance of Decree No. 94/2025/ND-CP marks a significant shift in the regulatory approach to Fintech. For the first time, digital financial models are placed within a relatively comprehensive legal framework, covering licensing mechanisms, regulatory…

Some notes on electronic notarized documents in civil transactions in Vietnam

ASL LAW real estate lawyers advising client on legal complexities of selling mortgaged land to settle civil debts at Ho Chi Minh City office

Electronic notarized documents (ENDs) are a new form of notarization recognized under the 2024 Law on Notarization of Vietnam, reflecting the broader trend of digital transformation in judicial support activities. An electronic notarized document is a notarization certificate created in electronic form, bearing the digital signatures of the notary public and the notarial practice organization….

The Complexity of Selling Land to Repay a Civil Loan in Vietnam

ASL LAW real estate lawyers advising client on legal complexities of selling mortgaged land to settle civil debts at Ho Chi Minh City office

In civil transactions, particularly loan relationships between individuals, a borrower’s inability to repay a debt when due is relatively common. Instead of extending repayment deadlines or initiating court proceedings for debt recovery, parties often opt for a “compromise” solution: transferring the borrower’s land use rights to the lender as a substitute for monetary repayment. While…

A Legal Perspective on Labour Outsourcing Activities in Vietnam

ASL LAW labor lawyers reviewing Decree 29/2025 and labor outsourcing contracts with HR service providers at Hanoi office

Labour outsourcing activities began to take shape in Vietnam in the early 2000s alongside the strong expansion of foreign direct investment flows into the country. This model enables enterprises to manage their workforce more flexibly, particularly in manufacturing, services, and technology sectors where labour demand fluctuates seasonally. However, the rapid development of labour outsourcing has…

Implementation of a Regulatory Framework for Digital and Cryptocurrencies in Vietnam Based on International Experience

ASL LAW legal experts reviewing Vietnam's new Digital Technology Industry Law at Hanoi office

In the context of rapid global digital transformation, digital currencies and cryptocurrencies have become an integral component of the digital economy. The development of blockchain technology has not only transformed the methods of storing, verifying, and transferring value, but has also created new forms of assets beyond the traditional financial and monetary system. Cryptocurrencies, characterized…

Vietnam announces the acceptance of applications requesting a sunset review of the anti-dumping measure currently applied to certain H-shaped steel products originating from China (case code: AD03)

Infographic explaining the sunset review application process for Vietnam's AD03 case step-by-step.

The official anti-dumping measure on the above-mentioned products was imposed by the Ministry of Industry and Trade pursuant to Decision No. 3283/QD-BCT dated 21 August 2017. Based on the results of the previous sunset review, on 19 August 2022, the Ministry of Industry and Trade issued Decision No. 1640/QD-BCT extending the duration of the anti-dumping…

Vietnam accepts applications requesting a sunset review of the anti-dumping measure currently applied to certain welding materials originating from Malaysia, Thailand, and China (case code: AD15)

The official anti-dumping measure on the above-mentioned products was imposed by the Ministry of Industry and Trade pursuant to Decision No. 1624/QD-BCT dated 15 August 2022 and took effect from 20 August 2022. In accordance with this Decision, the duration of the anti-dumping measure in case AD15 is scheduled to expire on 20 August 2027….

Smart contracts: legal challenges and potential in Vietnam

Analysis of how Vietnam's Civil Code and contract law apply to blockchain-based smart contracts.

Smart contracts are rapidly emerging as a transformative tool in Vietnam’s digital economy, enabling automated execution of agreements through blockchain technology. While they promise efficiency, transparency, and reduced disputes, they also face significant legal and regulatory challenges that businesses must navigate carefully. Smart contract legal challenges Vietnam blockchain technology Smart contract legal challenges Vietnam blockchain…

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