Legal Updates

INTRODUCTION TO THE DOCUMENTATION OF THE 2025 DIALOGUE CONFERENCE BETWEEN THE MINISTRY OF FINANCE AND TAXPAYERS (CUSTOMS SECTOR)

With a view to providing an overview of policy changes and reform orientations in the customs sector, Asia Legal is pleased to introduce to our readers the Documentation of the 2025 Dialogue Conference between the Ministry of Finance and Taxpayers (Customs Sector). The documentation focuses on key updates in customs legislation and the sector’s digital […]

INTRODUCTION TO THE DOCUMENTATION OF THE 2025 DIALOGUE CONFERENCE BETWEEN THE MINISTRY OF FINANCE AND TAXPAYERS (TAXATION SECTOR)

Based on the 2025 Dialogue Conference between the Ministry of Finance and taxpayers, Asia Legal is pleased to introduce to our readers the Documentation of the 2025 Dialogue Conference between the Ministry of Finance and Taxpayers, which highlights notable issues in the taxation sector. This documentation aims to assist businesses and individuals in promptly keeping […]

VIETNAM INVESTMENT UPDATE: MAJOR CHANGES INTRODUCED BY DECREE 239/2025

Decree No. 239/2025/ND-CP was issued by the Vietnamese Government to update investment licensing procedures in line with the implementation of the two-tier local administration system. The Decree amends and supplements Decree No. 31/2021/ND-CP, with a focus on simplifying procedures for obtaining an Investment Registration Certificate (IRC) and improving the clarity of investment incentive policies. These […]

KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF VIETNAM’S DECREE 19 ON SPECIAL INVESTMENT PROCEDURES

On February 10, 2025, the Government issued Decree No. 19/2025/ND-CP, detailing the special investment procedure under Article 36a of the Law on Investment. The decree introduces a fast-track licensing mechanism for eligible projects and prevails over inconsistent prior regulations. Non-eligible projects remain subject to the Law on Investment 2020 and Decree No. 31/2021/ND-CP. Applicable to […]