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DRAFT DECISION FOR RECYCLING COSTS DETERMINATION

A draft decision has been issued about the calculation of the recycling costs for producers of packaging materials and products that can be recycled.

31 May 2023

ESTABLISHMENT AND DEVELOPMENT OF VIETNAM’S CARBON MARKET
Establishing and Developing the Carbon Market in Vietnam to help the country achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, marking a significant shift towards a sustainable, low-carbon economy.

28 Jan 2025

THE INVESTMENT PROJECT ON CONSTRUCTION AND INFRASTRUCTURE BUSINESS OF KIM THANH 2 INDUSTRIAL PARK (PHASE 1)
Decision No. 211/QD-TTg marks a significant milestone in the development of industrial parks in the region, fostering economic growth, attracting investment in supporting industries, and driving urban infrastructure development.

27 Jan 2025

AMENDMENT TO PREFERENTIAL EXPORT AND IMPORT TARIFF SCHEDULES UNDER CPTPP
Decree No. 13/2025/ND-CP (“Decree 13”) established Vietnam's Preferential Export Tariff Schedule and Special Preferential Import Tariff Schedule for implementing the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) for the period from 2022 to 2027. Decree 13 primarily addresses the accession of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (the “UK”) to CPTPP.

24 Jan 2025

THE LEGAL 500 REAL ESTATE COUNTRY COMPARATIVE GUIDE 2024
ACSV Legal contributed to the Legal 500 Country Comparative Guides 2024, Vietnam chapter on Real Estate. Read the latest information on laws and regulations and the most frequently asked questions related to Real Estate in Vietnam in 2024.

22 Jan 2025

THE REPEAL OF CERTAIN LEGISLATIVE DOCUMENTS ISSUED OR JOINTLY ISSUED BY THE MINISTER OF LABOUR, INVALIDS AND SOCIAL AFFAIRS
Circular No. 15/2024/TT-BLDTBXH fully repeals a total of 14 legislative documents, including 10 documents related to labour and wages and 4 documents related to social evils prevention, which takes effect from 15 February 2025.

10 Jan 2025

NEW DECREE ON VAT REDUCTION POLICY
On 31 December 2024, the Government of Vietnam passed the Decree 180/2024/ND-CP on value-added tax (“VAT”) reduction policy in accordance with Resolution No. 174/2024/QH15 issued by National Assembly of Vietnam issued on 30 November 2024, which took effect from 01 January 2025.

02 Jan 2025

CHAMBERS AND PARTNERS' DOING BUSINESS IN VIETNAM GUIDE 2024
In this edition of Chambers Global Practice Guides: Doing Business In... 2024, ACSV Legal contributed to the Vietnam chapter on Law & Practice and Trends & Developments. We hope this guide will serve as a reference for lawyers and investors looking to understand the basic principles guiding the legal system of Vietnam.

31 Dec 2024

NEW DECISION ON ESTABLISHMENT OF HA NAM HIGH-TECH PARK
On 10 December 2024, the Prime Minister of Vietnam issued Decision No. 1541/QD-TTg on the establishment of Ha Nam High-Tech Park. This Decision lays the foundation for a new high-tech park in Ha Nam province, aiming to attract investment and promote research and development in cutting-edge technology sectors.

20 Dec 2024

NEW DECISION ON GREENHOUSE GAS INVENTORY REQUIREMENTS IN VIETNAM
On 13 August 2024, the Prime Minister of Vietnam issued Decision No. 13/2024/QD-TTg, which updates the lists of sectors and greenhouse gas (GHG) emitting facilities required to develop a GHG inventory. The update aims to enhance Vietnam’s GHG emission monitoring and reporting framework, ensuring compliance with the country’s environmental commitments.

30 Sep 2024

KEY CHANGES IN LETTER OF CREDIT OPERATIONS
On 28 June 2024, the State Bank of Vietnam issued Circular No. 21/2024/TT-NHNN (“Circular 21”), which regulates letter of credit (“L/C”) operations and related business activities by credit institutions and foreign bank branches (“FBBs”). Effective from 1 July 2024, Circular 21 applies to both residents and non-residents, covering a wide range of entities, including commercial banks, cooperative banks, and FBBs authorized to conduct L/C operations.

01 Jul 2024

AMENDMENTS TO DECREE 152 ON REQUIREMENTS TO HIRE FOREIGN EMPLOYEES
Obtaining a work permit or a work permit exemption certification in Vietnam is often a concern for foreigners. Decree 152 caused some issues, especially with regard to the requirement to have a degree matching the job. This is no longer required. There is a new requirement to post the vacancy before starting the recruitment.

27 Sep 2023

ROLE OF TRADE UNIONS IN CIVIL PROCEEDINGS
To fulfill the role of the trade unions in labour dispute resolution procedures, the Vietnam General Confederation of Labour has issued Guidance Number 92/HD-TLD. This guidance will provide instructions for the trade union regarding complaints and participation in civil proceedings in relation to labour disputes at the court.

25 Sep 2023

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