ArticleStatus Of Vietnam's Offshore Wind ProjectsWith its long coastline Vietnam has a large potential to generate energy from offshore wind. This is especially true in the South, South Central and the Mekong Delta regions. VietnamEnergy and Natural ResourcesRussin & Vecchi
ArticleHealthtech Has Blossomed In Vietnam … The Future Is NowVietnam's response to COVID-19 is a perfect example of how a country with modest financial means can successfully address a grave health challenge. At the end of Vietnam's first pandemic...VietnamFood, Drugs, Healthcare, Life SciencesRussin & Vecchi
ArticleRecent Developments In US Anti-Bribery Efforts--Foreign Extortion Prevention Act (FEPA)—Is It Relevant To Vietnam?On December 14, 2023, The US enacted the Foreign Extortion Prevention Act that criminalizes the act of a foreign official who requests, demands or receives a bribe from a US citizen, US corporation or its subsidiary, or from a multinational corporation that is listed on the US Stock Exchange. VietnamCriminal LawRussin & Vecchi
ArticleLegal Framework For Franchising In VietnamVietnamese franchise law applies to franchising activities between Vietnamese parties, to a foreign franchisor who grants a franchise to a franchisee in Vietnam...VietnamCorporate/Commercial LawRussin & Vecchi
ArticleWhen Does A Resale Price Restraint In Franchising Violate Vietnamese Competition Law?After it eased restrictions on retailing to fulfill its WTO commitments, Vietnam experienced an explosion in franchising, and this has changed the face of the retail market. Franchisees seek...VietnamAntitrust/Competition LawRussin & Vecchi
ArticleDecree 13/2023/ND-CP On Personal Data Protection"Personal data" is defined to be information in the form of signs, texts, numbers, pictures, sounds and similar forms which exist in a digital environment and which refer to a specific person...VietnamPrivacyRussin & Vecchi
ArticleElectronic Monitoring, Vietnam And The WorkplaceTechnology has made it easier than ever to monitor employees. Employers may use software programs installed on employees' work computers; they may establish network firewalls, control employees' use of computers, ...VietnamPrivacyRussin & Vecchi
ArticleSetting Up And Operating In VietnamA notable commitment under the CPTPP is import duty reductions. All CPTPP members have committed to eliminate import duties for almost all tariff lines. VietnamGovernment, Public SectorRussin & Vecchi
ArticleThe Chain Stores Are Coming: Vietnam Gets Ready for Franchises: Part 1This article discusses general international franchising practice and how franchising is recognized and regulated under the laws of Vietnam. Another part of this article will discuss different franchising modules that a foreign company can adopt in order to establish its presence. One is through the conventional medium. That is, a franchisor appoints a franchisee, creates a traditional franchise relationship, and the franchisee sells the product/service to the public. The other is for the franchVietnamCorporate/Commercial LawRussin & Vecchi
ArticleVietnam, Inward Remittance, And The Power Of BlockchainMost legal cross-border payments are made via a network of correspondent and intermediary banks or money transfer operators (MTOs). VietnamTechnologyRussin & Vecchi
ArticleGift-Giving, Hospitality And Entertainment Of Public Officials In VietnamThe score is at best modest, but the steady improvement is noteworthy. VietnamCriminal LawRussin & Vecchi
ArticleBuilding Inward Remittances In Vietnam With BlockchainIn past years, inward remittances have made remarkable contributions to Vietnam's economic growth.VietnamTechnologyRussin & Vecchi
ArticleThe Non-Compete Clause Is Now Banned In The USA – What's The Perspective From Vietnam?In the traditional non-compete clause, a prospective employee, as part of her commitment to her new employer, agrees that upon termination of employment, she will not undertake any new employment that might be seen to compete with the new employer. VietnamEmployment and HRRussin & Vecchi
ArticleThe Key To Predictability Of Inward Funding FlowsAlmost no country has so successfully undergone economic development over the past 35 years as has Vietnam. VietnamGovernment, Public SectorRussin & Vecchi
ArticleMandatory Fire And Explosion Insurance In Vietnam: What You Need To Know?A fire that occurs in the core of an urban landscape is the source of fear and terror. It takes lives, causes severe injuries, and leaves behind a trail of destruction.VietnamInsuranceRussin & Vecchi
ArticleIs Vietnam Really Ready For Commercialisation Of 5G?Vietnam has long stated its plan to provide 5G coverage nationwide by 2030. The ability to offer all citizens high-speed internet connection at a low cost is a priority of national significance...VietnamMedia, Telecoms, IT, EntertainmentRussin & Vecchi
ArticleHouse Ownership For Overseas VietnameseMany overseas Vietnamese want to own a house in Vietnam, and it is very easy to do. VietnamReal Estate and ConstructionRussin & Vecchi
ArticleData Centers Are Coming To Vietnam — There's A Path To Licensing And OperationThe years 2022 and 2023 have seen increased investment in data centers. Both local and foreign enterprises are players. Vietnam is ranked as a key location among emerging economies...VietnamMedia, Telecoms, IT, EntertainmentRussin & Vecchi
ArticleDramatic New Growth In Data Center BusinessVietnam's existing data centers were created by several Vietnamese telecom companies--VNPT, Viettel IDC, FPT Telecom and CMC Telecom. VietnamMedia, Telecoms, IT, EntertainmentRussin & Vecchi
ArticleInternational Execution Against Judgment Debtors (January 2023)Under Vietnamese law, civil judgments issued by courts of certain foreign countries may be enforced in Vietnam. VietnamLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationRussin & Vecchi