Tran Phuong Minh Trang
Kommunikationsmanagerin & Vertretung Spielwarenmesse
+84 (28) 3823 9085 trang.tran@vietnam.ahk.de
Trade Remedies: Shielding Vietnam’s Domestic
On 11 April 2025, Vietnam issued Decree 86/2025/ND-CP (“D.86”), providing detailed provisions of the Law on Foreign Trade Management on trade remedies. The decree establishes a comprehensive framework to tackle unfair trade practices such as dumping, subsidies, safeguard measures, and circumvention, reinforcing Vietnam’s commitment to a fair, competitive trade environment. Aligned with World Trade Organization (WTO) obligations and bilateral agreements, D.86 protects domestic industries while ensuring international compliance.
This article outlines D.86’s key provisions, offering insights into opportunities and compliance requirements for businesses engaged in international trade with Vietnam.
Contributed by Luther Vietnam Law LL.C.
Empowering Vietnam's Housing Sector: Insights from Resolution 171
Vietnam’s property market has undergone a remarkable surge, driven by rapid urbanisation, sustained economic progress, and a surge in housing demand. Yet, persistent shortages in major cities are prompting significant reforms, particularly in land policy.
On 30 November 2024, the National Assembly passed Resolution 171/2024/QH15 (“R.171”), further guided by Decree 75/2025/ND-CP. This milestone allows pilot projects for commercial housing developments through the acquisition or utilisation of existing land-use rights
Read Luther Vietnam’s full insight to see how the potential implications of the resolution hold for investors within the commercial housing sector.
Contributed by Luther Vietnam Law LL.C.
Vietnam Passes Landmark Law on Personal Data Protection
On 26 June 2025, Vietnam’s National Assembly enacted the Law on Personal Data Protection (Law No. 91/2025/QH15), marking a historic step toward safeguarding individual privacy in the digital age. Taking effect from 1 January 2026, the law provides a comprehensive legal framework to govern the collection, processing, transfer, and storage of personal data.
The law defines personal data broadly, covering both basic and sensitive information. Individuals who are referred to as data subjects are granted key rights, including the right to know, consent, access, rectify, and request deletion of their personal data. Organizations and individuals, whether located in Vietnam or abroad, that process personal data of Vietnamese citizens are subject to the law and required to obtain clear consent, apply technical and institutional safeguards, and ensure data is used for lawful purposes.
Importantly, the law introduces penalties of up to 5% of the violator’s revenue from the preceding year for violations involving cross-border data transfers, up to 10 times the revenue generated from illegal data trading, or up to VND 3 billion for other violations.
This legislation brings Vietnam closer to global privacy standards and is expected to enhance digital trust, particularly in sectors like finance, healthcare, and technology.
With the law taking effect soon, businesses should act promptly to assess compliance and update their data governance frameworks. Our legal and data protection experts can help you navigate the regulatory requirements, ensure full compliance, and mitigate the risk of penalties.
Contributed by RBA WTS Vietnam
