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Vietnam’s New Forced-Labor Import Ban: How Should Businesses Respond?
Vietnam has introduced a new prohibition on importing goods produced through forced labor under Decree No. 292/2026/ND-CP, effective September 5, 2026. While the Ministry of Home Affairs has yet to publish implementing guidance, businesses face immediate legal exposure and must establish internal controls, supply-chain safeguards, and remediation procedures to manage forced-labor risks across their operations and commercial relationships.
Vietnam International
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Tilleke & Gibbins
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The Strait Of Hormuz, Korea’s Energy Security, And The Limits On Charges For Passage
Korea's discussions about restoring freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz raise critical questions about the legality of passage charges under international law. Can Iran lawfully condition transit on payment of fees, or do such demands violate established navigation rights that could significantly impact Korea's energy costs and national interests?
South Korea International
FH
Foley Hoag LLP
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Service Of Process In Cross-Border Litigation: Comparing U.S. And UPC Practice (Part 1)
Cross-border litigation presents unique challenges when serving process on foreign defendants, particularly for Chinese companies facing U.S. federal or Unified Patent Court proceedings. Understanding the fundamental differences between common law and civil law approaches to service, along with the requirements of the Hague Service Convention, is essential for protecting procedural rights and ensuring the enforceability of judgments.
China Litigation
Purplevine IP
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Vietnam’s New Forced-Labor Import Ban: How Should Businesses Respond?
Vietnam has introduced a new prohibition on importing goods produced through forced labor under Decree No. 292/2026/ND-CP, effective September 5, 2026. While the Ministry of Home Affairs has yet to publish implementing guidance, businesses face immediate legal exposure and must establish internal controls, supply-chain safeguards, and remediation procedures to manage forced-labor risks across their operations and commercial relationships.
Vietnam International
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Tilleke & Gibbins
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