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In the first quarter of 2026, more than 6.9 million accounts were exposed, double the figure recorded in the same period last years. Stolen personal data has frequently been exploited in sophisticated online scams, particularly impersonation schemes targeting victims through fake relatives or acquaintances.

A draft law revising the 2024 Law on Social Insurance has been released for public consultation, with proposals to increase support for insured persons and address problems arising during enforcement.

Deputy Prime Minister Phan Van Giang has signed Decision 1226/QD-TTg approving a project to promote the private-sector engagement in research, development and application of civil cryptography for 2026-30, with a vision to 2035.

AI-generated or AI-edited press content that could mislead the public about real events or individuals must be clearly labelled under new regulations tightening the use of AI in press activities.

Stronger digital infrastructure, larger startup funding and hi-tech FDI are helping Vietnam reshape its growth model, but shortages of skilled labour, low research and development spending and cybersecurity risks remain major hurdles.

Public procurement procedures are expected to become more flexible and efficient under a draft decree prepared by the Ministry of Finance, which proposes broader application of contractor appointment, higher procurement thresholds, and enhanced transparency requirements for contractor selection and contract performance.

Twenty-nine laws come into force on July 1, 2026, covering broad areas of economic and social life. Among them are the 2026 Capital Law; the 2025 Laws on the Press; E-Commerce; Personal Income Tax; Tax Administration; Digital Transformation; National Reserves; Cybersecurity; High Technology; and Population; and others laws concerning citizen reception, complaints, denunciations, corruption prevention and combat, civil and criminal judgment enforcement, extradition, and transfer of sentenced persons.

The Law on Artificial Intelligence establishes a unified set of statutory definitions relating to AI and the actors involved throughout its lifecycle. It defines AI as the electronic replication of human intellectual capabilities, including learning, reasoning, perception, judgment, and natural language understanding

Vietnam should work towards obtaining an investment-grade sovereign credit rating from international agencies such as S&P Global Ratings, Moody's Ratings or Fitch Ratings.

With Resolution 10-NQ/TW, issued on June 8, 2026, Vietnam is moving from broad-based foreign investment attraction to a more selective strategy that prioritises high-quality capital, advanced technology, sustainability and stronger links between foreign investors and domestic enterprises.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has proposed specific mechanisms, including contractor appointment and the splitting of tender packages, to increase the localisation rate in key railway projects.

Decree 240/2026/ND-CP elaborates on the enforcement of mechanisms and policies to pool resources for building and running that ecosystem and a sectoral export promotion fund, following National Assembly Resolution 250/2025/QH15, dated December 10, 2025, that targets sharper global economic integration.

The Vietnamese Government has issued a decree detailing several mechanisms and policies to channel resources into deeper global integration under the National Assembly’s Resolution 250/2025/QH15.

By addressing the specific needs of different population groups, the new law lays a stronger foundation for sustainable population development, higher-quality human resources and improved quality of life.

A taxpayer without dependents can be eligible for deductions of up to VND 19.4 million (US$ 737) per month, while those with one dependent can deduct up to VND 25.6 million (US$ 974) per month, if certain expenses are incurred.