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Vietnam’s New Drug Registration Regulations To Reduce Administrative Burden
Vietnam's Ministry of Health has issued Circular No. 32/2026/TT-BYT, introducing significant reforms to the drug registration process that will take effect on October 1, 2026. The new regulations establish a five-year data exclusivity period for new drugs, simplify requirements for foreign legal documents, and introduce a re-examination pathway that could reduce administrative burdens for pharmaceutical companies.
Vietnam Healthcare
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Tilleke & Gibbins
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VILAF Legal Bulletin: July 2026
The Vietnamese Government has issued comprehensive new regulations affecting construction quality management, corporate bond offerings, air transport licensing, and insurance requirements. These decrees introduce stricter oversight mechanisms, enhanced disclosure obligations, and updated capital requirements across multiple sectors, fundamentally reshaping compliance frameworks for businesses operating in Vietnam's construction, financial services, and transportation industries.
Vietnam Commercial
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VILAF
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Vietnam Introduces A New Era Of Corporate Transparency: Decree 296 Establishes Mandatory Beneficial Ownership Look-Through Rules And Tightens Business Suspension Regime
Vietnam's Decree No. 296/2026/ND-CP fundamentally transforms enterprise registration by introducing a sophisticated three-tier beneficial ownership framework requiring companies to identify ultimate natural persons exercising ownership or control through mandatory look-through analysis of all corporate layers. The decree simultaneously restricts consecutive business suspension periods to a maximum of twenty-four months, ending the previous practice of indefinite suspension extensions.
Vietnam Commercial
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Duane Morris LLP
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Beyond WTO Compliance: Why Vietnam Should Introduce A Deemed Approval Mechanism For Advance Customs Rulings Learning From International Best Practices To Build The Next Generation Of Trade Facilitation
Vietnam has fully implemented the WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement by establishing advance customs rulings, but now faces an opportunity to move beyond minimum compliance. By introducing a deemed approval mechanism—where applications are automatically approved if Customs fails to respond within statutory deadlines—Vietnam could distinguish itself as one of Asia's most predictable and investor-friendly customs jurisdictions, strengthening its competitive position for foreign direct investment.
Vietnam International
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Duane Morris LLP
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Vượt ra ngoài tuân thủ WTO: Vì sao Việt Nam nên áp dụng cơ chế “được coi là phê duyệt” đối với các quyết định trước về hải quan – Học hỏi từ thông lệ quốc tế để xây dựng thế hệ kế tiếp về tạo thuận lợi thương mại
Vietnam has consistently demonstrated its willingness to exceed minimum international standards when modernizing its legal system. From Đổi Mới to WTO accession, from EVFTA implementation...
Vietnam International
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Duane Morris LLP
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Vietnam Customs Audits: How International Manufacturers Can Prepare Before The Authorities Knock On The Door
International manufacturers operating in Vietnam face a critical question: are they prepared for a customs audit before it happens? Understanding what customs authorities review and maintaining proper documentation from the outset can mean the difference between a routine compliance exercise and discovering costly operational weaknesses that originated years earlier.
Vietnam Government
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Duane Morris LLP
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Vietnam Manufacturing Playbook: How To Build A Legally Compliant And Customs-Efficient China–Vietnam–EU Supply Chain – A Practical Guide To WTO, EVFTA, Rules Of Origin And Customs Compliance – Part II
International manufacturers establishing operations in Vietnam face critical decisions about customs procedures, product classification, and rules of origin that will determine long-term compliance and efficiency. This analysis examines how to design legally robust trade structures that align manufacturing processes with EVFTA requirements and WTO principles while avoiding common pitfalls that create regulatory exposure.
Vietnam International
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Duane Morris LLP
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Anwalt In Vietnam Dr. Oliver Massmann – Compliance In Vietnam – Eine Regulatorische Perspektive Vom Risikomanagement Zum Wettbewerbsvorteil
Vietnam's compliance landscape has undergone a fundamental transformation, evolving from a simple legal checkbox exercise to a strategic business imperative. As the country integrates deeper into global supply chains and attracts increasing foreign investment, regulatory authorities have become significantly more active in investigating corruption, tax violations, competition issues, and corporate governance deficiencies. This comprehensive analysis explores the critical compliance risks facing businesses i
Vietnam Commercial
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Duane Morris LLP
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Practical Law: Insurance And Reinsurance Global Guide 2026 – Vietnam
Tilleke & Gibbins insurance specialists have updated the Vietnam chapter of Thomson Reuters' Practical Law guide, providing comprehensive coverage of the country's insurance and reinsurance legal framework. The guide addresses critical regulatory requirements, authorization processes, ownership restrictions, compliance obligations, and dispute resolution mechanisms that govern Vietnam's insurance market.
Vietnam Insurance
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Tilleke & Gibbins
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Lawyer In Vietnam Dr. Oliver Massmann – Vietnam Market Access For Digital Entertainment, Gaming Technology And International Service Companies Why Vietnam Has Become A Strategic Entry Point For International Investors
Vietnam is rapidly transforming into one of Asia's most significant digital growth stories, combining a population exceeding 100 million with a fast-expanding digital economy. International companies in digital entertainment, gaming technology, software services, and consulting are increasingly evaluating Vietnam as both a strategic market and operational hub. The critical question for businesses is no longer whether Vietnam is attractive, but how to establish a legally compliant, commercially effective, an
Vietnam Commercial
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Duane Morris LLP
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Lawyer In Vietnam Dr. Oliver Massmann – Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) In Vietnam: Legal Status, Regulatory Risks And Practical Implementation Guide For Businesses And Investors
Vietnam has introduced its first comprehensive legal framework for digital assets through the Law on Digital Technology Industry, creating new opportunities and compliance requirements for NFT projects. This analysis examines how NFTs are classified under Vietnamese law, what rights they convey, and the critical regulatory considerations for foreign companies seeking to offer NFTs in Vietnam's emerging digital asset market.
Vietnam Commercial
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Duane Morris LLP
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Lawyer In Vietnam Dr Oliver Massmann – Vietnam Slashes Conditional Business Lines By 28%: A New Era Of Legal Certainty For Investors
Vietnam has introduced Resolution No. 66.17/2026/NQ-CP, removing 56 business sectors from conditional licensing requirements and reducing the total from 198 to 142 sectors. This reform fundamentally shifts Vietnam's regulatory approach from administrative pre-approval to legal compliance and post-inspection, providing investors with unprecedented legal certainty and market access. The changes affect major sectors including seaport operations, insurance brokerage, accounting services, and electronic gaming,
Vietnam Government
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Duane Morris LLP
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