Issue the Plan to implement the National Data Center Project
On March 15, 2024, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment decided to issue a plan to implement Resolution No. 175/NQ-CP dated October 30, 2023, by the Government approving the National Data Center Project. The assigned tasks are to be carried out with specific objectives: to closely follow the established viewpoints; to ensure the overall […]
Draft Law on Employment
On March 15, 2024, the Parliament issued 2nd Draft Law on Employment to meet the needs of socio-economic development, in line with international commitments, and promote sustainable development of the labor market. The amendment of the Law on Employment is necessary as the current law is gradually revealing difficulties and limitations. The Ministry of Labor […]
Expanding the business services of the company with foreign investment
Question Our company, with 100% investment from the Netherlands, is currently operating in Ho Chi Minh City. We are planning to expand our business activities in the field of providing employment services and payroll calculation. May I ask if we can expand the scope of business activities as mentioned above? Answer: Regarding the two business […]
Exchange Rate of Foreign Currencies for March 2024
Exchange Rate of Foreign Currencies for March 2024
Proposal for Amendment and Issuance of Fire Prevention and Fighting Law, and Search and Rescue Law.
Proposal for Amendment and Issuance of Fire Prevention and Fighting Law, and Search and Rescue Law.
Strategic Considerations for Trademark Registration in Vietnam
SBLAW - Enterprises in Vietnam face significant challenges when navigating the trademark registration process, particularly concerning the lengthy timelines involved. The licensing process for trademark registration at Intellectual Property Office (IPVN) has recently faced criticism for its extended durations. Strategic Considerations for Trademark Registration in Vietnam Enterprises report that it may take 3-4 months to […]
Proposal to develop a Law on Special Consumption Tax (amended)
Proposal to develop a Law on Special Consumption Tax (amended)
A decision on the Official Announcement of the National Construction Price Index for the year 2023.
On March 13, 2024, the Ministry of Construction issued the Decision to Announce the National Construction Price Index in 2023 according to Decision 167/QĐ-BXD in 2024. The national construction price index takes into account fluctuations in construction costs, equipment costs, project management costs, and consulting costs for construction investment. It also considers various other cost […]
Management and development of industrial clusters
On March 15, 2024, the Government issued Decree No. 32/2024/ND-CP on management and development of industrial clusters. Some notable provisions in the Decree include: 1) Conditions for establishing industrial clusters a) Included in the List of industrial clusters in the provincial area approved by competent authorities; have a land fund consistent with land use planning […]