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Can unmarried parents register child’s birth in Vietnam?
According to Article 30.1 of the 2015 Civil Code, every individual has the right to birth registration from the moment of birth. Marriage is not a legal prerequisite for this process.
Can foreign investors operate travel business in Vietnam?
Can foreign investors operate travel business in Vietnam?
According to the 2017 Tourism Law, foreign-invested enterprises providing international travel services enjoy the same rights and obligations as domestic businesses in this field.
Vietnam's Offshore Wind Power: A Strategic Investment Opportunity
Vietnam's Offshore Wind Power: A Strategic Investment Opportunity
Vietnam is emerging as one of the leading countries in Southeast Asia in the field of renewable energy, particularly offshore wind power. With a total estimated potential exceeding 1,000 GW according to studies by the World Bank and the Vietnam Administration of Seas and Islands (2023), Vietnam's offshore wind power market is considered one of the most promising in Asia.
MOF proposes PPP mechanism in science and technology development
MOF proposes PPP mechanism in science and technology development
Public-private partnership projects in the fields of science and technology development, innovation and national digital transformation will be entitled to greater state support, incentives and investment guarantee under special mechanisms. This is outlined in the latest draft Government Resolution, which is scheduled to come into force on July 1.
Draft decree on goods origin: a stride toward better protection of consumers
Draft decree on goods origin: a stride toward better protection of consumers
In response to the prevalence of counterfeit goods, misleading labeling and trade fraud, the Ministry of Industry and Trade has unveiled the second draft decree on goods origin, aiming to better protect consumers and foster a transparent business environment for law-abiding businesses.
Draft Law on Vietnamese Nationality 2025: Key New Points to Know
Draft Law on Vietnamese Nationality 2025: Key New Points to Know
The Law on Vietnamese Nationality has undergone several major revisions since its initial enactment. The most recent version was amended in 2008 and supplemented in 2014, forming a comprehensive legal framework on nationality matters.
Professional Legal Services for Expats in Vietnam
Professional Legal Services for Expats in Vietnam
Living, working, or investing in Vietnam requires foreigners to understand and comply with the applicable legal regulations. The Vietnamese legal system differs significantly from international law in many areas, particularly in matters of family and marriage, property ownership, administrative procedures, and business activities.
Benefits and privileges for Vietnam visa holders: 2025 overview
Benefits and privileges for Vietnam visa holders: 2025 overview
Vietnam’s visa program has become a key gateway for international investors and professionals seeking long-term residence in this dynamic country. The following guide outlines the benefits and privileges available to visa holders as of 2025, along with the corresponding legal bases.
Law on Justice for Minors: a progressive legal framework for juvenile justice in Vietnam
Law on Justice for Minors: a progressive legal framework for juvenile justice in Vietnam
Affirming Vietnam’s commitment to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, the 2024 Law on Justice for Minors not only reflects humanitarian and humanistic values at its core but also marks a significant step forward in preventing and combating juvenile delinquency.
Amendments to the Law on Credit Institutions and their multi-dimensional impacts
Amendments to the Law on Credit Institutions and their multi-dimensional impacts
The State Bank of Vietnam is gathering public input on a draft law revising the 2024 Law on Credit Institutions, which proposes the legalization of three policies piloted under Resolution 42/2017/QH14, with a focus on strengthening the management of non-performing loans and dispersing risks.
What are the maternity entitlements for foreign employees in Vietnam?
What are the maternity entitlements for foreign employees in Vietnam?
Under Article 50 of the 2024 Law on Social Insurance (the Law), which will take effect on July 1 this year, employees will be entitled to maternity benefits if falling into certain cases.
