Legal Update On Vietnam's Data Law

In the digital transformation era, the governance of digital data has become a cornerstone for developing a robust digital economy and society. Recognising data's critical role in national security and economy, the National Assembly of Vietnam has made significant strides in strengthening Vietnam's legal framework on data by passing the Data Law No. 60/2024/QH15 (Data Law) on 30 November 2024, which shall come into force from 01 July 2025. The Data Law aims to establish comprehensive guidelines for data governance, strengthen the data-based economy, as well as promote the development of data-related products and services. Furthermore, the Law aims to align Vietnam with the international data protection standards, and address both domestic and global concerns about data privacy and security.