Decoding Decree 15/2026 on Streamlined Administrative Procedures in Science & Tech

Executive Summary In a decisive push to foster a more agile business environment for the technology and innovation sectors, the Government has issued Decree No. 15/2026/ND-CP, effective immediately as of mid-January 2026. This omnibus decree amends seven prior decrees, drastically cutting administrative processing times, lowering the barrier to entry for technological evaluation services, and decentralizing […]

Modernizing Capital Markets: New Investment Vehicles & Risk Governance under Circular 136

Executive Summary The Ministry of Finance has officially issued Circular No. 136/2025/TT-BTC, effective from February 12, 2026. This regulation marks a significant maturation point for Vietnam’s fund management industry. By formally legalizing Money Market Funds and Infrastructure Bond Funds, the State Securities Commission (SSC) is diversifying the menu of available assets for investors. Concurrently, the […]

Vietnam’s “Big Bang” for Global Capital: Decoding the 8 Decrees Establishing the International Financial Center (IFC)

Executive Summary The Government has officially issued a comprehensive package of eight decrees, creating the legal bedrock for the Vietnam International Financial Center (IFC). Operating under a unique “One Center, Two Destinations” model (Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang), the IFC is not just a geographical zone but a sovereign regulatory sandbox. These decrees […]

The Paperless Workforce: Strategic Implications of Decree 337 on Electronic Labor Contracts

Executive Summary The Government has officially issued Decree No. 337/2025/ND-CP, which came into full effect on January 1, 2026. This Decree is the definitive legal framework that elevates Electronic Labor Contracts (ELCs) to the exact same legal standing as traditional paper contracts. It encourages enterprises to completely replace physical files with digital records, marking a […]

HCMC’s “Super Mechanism” 2026: Free Trade Zones, English in Administration, and Strategic Investor Privileges

Executive Summary The National Assembly has officially adopted Resolution No. 260/2025/QH15, amending Resolution 98/2023/QH15 regarding special mechanisms for Ho Chi Minh City. This legal update is revolutionary. It goes beyond mere decentralization to actively construct a “Global Business Ecosystem” within Vietnam. The highlights include the establishment of the Cai Mep Ha Free Trade Zone (FTZ) […]