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04/07/2026

Decree 243 – Unlocking New Opportunities for Direct Power Trading and Renewable Energy in Vietnam

On 26 June 2026, the Government of Vietnam promulgated Decree No. 243/2026/NĐ-CP (“Decree 243”), introducing comprehensive amendments to Decree No. 57/2025/NĐ-CP on the Direct Power Purchase Agreement (DPPA) mechanism (Cơ chế mua bán điện trực tiếp) and Decree No. 58/2025/NĐ-CP on renewable energy development and self-produced, self-consumed rooftop solar power (điện mặt trời mái nhà tự sản xuất, tự tiêu thụ).

On 26 June 2026, the Government of Vietnam promulgated Decree No. 243/2026/NĐ-CP (“Decree 243”), introducing comprehensive amendments to Decree No. 57/2025/NĐ-CP on the Direct Power Purchase Agreement (DPPA) mechanism (Cơ chế mua bán điện trực tiếp) and Decree No. 58/2025/NĐ-CP on ...

04/07/2026

Vietnam’s Merger Control Reform: Proposed Changes Businesses and Dealmakers Should Watch

Key takeaways The Draft Amendments propose several notable changes to Vietnam’s merger control regime, including clarification of the scope of “other forms of economic concentration“; exemptions from merger control filing requirements for acquisitions where the acquirer already directly or ind...

02/07/2026

VILAF Wins “Vietnam Best Law Firm” at the FinanceAsia Awards 2026

VILAF is proud to announce that it has been named Vietnam Best Law Firm at the prestigious FinanceAsia Awards 2026, one of Asia’s leading awards recognizing excellence in the financial services industry. VILAF Finance Partner Tung Nguyen attended the awards ceremony at the Conrad Hong Kong to accept the honour on behalf of the firm.

https://www.vilaf.com.vn/blog/vilaf-wins-vietnam-best-law-firm-at-the-financeasia-awards-2026/

02/07/2026

Vietnam Protection Risks for EV Manufacturers in Data, Apps, and Consumer Terms

Recent enforcement activity by the Vietnam Competition Commission (“VCC”) indicates that consumer protection is becoming a sustained regulatory priority in Vietnam. This direction is reinforced by Decision No. 239/QD-BCT dated 3 February 2026 of the Ministry of Industry and Trade, which approves the National Program on Protection of Consumer Rights for the 2026–2030 period, emphasizing the strengthening of the legal framework, enhanced enforcement and supervision, including of digital and e-commerce activities, expanded consumer support mechanisms, and the application of digital technologies such as data systems and AI in consumer protection.

Recent enforcement activity by the Vietnam Competition Commission (“VCC”) indicates that consumer protection is becoming a sustained regulatory priority in Vietnam. This direction is reinforced by Decision No. 239/QD-BCT dated 3 February 2026 of the Ministry of Industry and Trade, which approves...

02/07/2026

Resolution No. 10-NQ/TW: Vietnam’s New Foreign Investment Strategy and Its Implications for Investors

On 8 June 2026, the Politburo issued Resolution No. 10-NQ/TW on the development of the foreign-invested economic sector (“Resolution 10”), setting out Vietnam’s strategic direction for foreign investment through 2030 with a vision towards 2045.

On 8 June 2026, the Politburo issued Resolution No. 10-NQ/TW on the development of the foreign-invested economic sector (“Resolution 10”), setting out Vietnam’s strategic direction for foreign investment through 2030 with a vision towards 2045. Although the Resolution does not itself amend exi...

02/07/2026

Adapting Vietnam’s Competitive Wholesale Electricity Market to a Post-Fit, DPPA, and Energy Storage Era

On 2 June 2026, the Ministry of Industry and Trade (“MoIT”) issued Circular No. 29/2026/TT-BCT, effective 20 July 2026, regulating the operation of Vietnam’s Competitive Wholesale Electricity Market (“VWEM”), replacing the previous wholesale market framework and incorporating a number of reforms introduced following the Electricity Law 2024, to be amended.

On 2 June 2026, the Ministry of Industry and Trade (“MoIT”) issued Circular No. 29/2026/TT-BCT, effective 20 July 2026, regulating the operation of Vietnam’s Competitive Wholesale Electricity Market (“VWEM”), replacing the previous wholesale market framework and incorporating a number of r...

08/06/2026

Shaping the Future of Vietnam’s International Financial Centre (VIFC)

VILAF was proud to co-sponsor the VIFC Symposium 2026, hosted by the Vietnam Business Lawyers Club (VBLC) in collaboration with the Vietnam International Arbitration Centre (VIAC) on 29 May 2026 in Ho Chi Minh City.

https://www.vilaf.com.vn/blog/shaping-the-future-of-vietnams-international-financial-centre-vifc/

02/06/2026

Vietnam ADR Week 2026

VILAF was honored to co-sponsor Vietnam ADR Week 2026 (VAW 2026), organized by the Vietnam International Arbitration Centre (VIAC) in collaboration with Vietnam Lawyers’ Association from 25–29 May 2026.

https://www.vilaf.com.vn/blog/vietnam-adr-week-2026/

01/06/2026

VILAF Named Vietnam Law Firm of the Year at ALB SE Asia Law Awards 2026

VILAF has been recognized for its strong performance in the market, receiving the Vietnam Law Firm of the Year Award at the 22nd ALB SE Asia Law Awards 2026, held on May 21, 2026 at the Tower Ballroom of the Shangri-La Singapore.

Organized annually by Asian Legal Business, the ALB SE Asia Law Awards highlight notable achievements by law firms and in-house teams. This year’s awards once again showcased key deals and developments across Southeast Asia, with VILAF among the recognized firms from Vietnam.

VILAF was shortlisted in three categories:

Vietnam Law Firm of the Year (Winner)
Debt Market Deal of the Year
XCL Education Refinancing
M&A Deal of the Year
Acquisition of MM Mega Market Vietnam
Royal De Heus’ Acquisition of CJ Feed & Care

https://www.vilaf.com.vn/blog/vilaf-named-vietnam-law-firm-of-the-year-at-alb-se-asia-law-awards-2026/

01/06/2026

Vietnam Simplifies Market Entry and Licensing Rules for M&A Merger Control, Energy, Alcohol, To***co and Trade Sectors

The Government has recently issued a number of resolutions aimed at decentralizing authority and reducing and simplifying administrative procedures and business conditions across various sectors.

The Government has recently issued a number of resolutions aimed at decentralizing authority and reducing and simplifying administrative procedures and business conditions across various sectors. This article highlights certain notable changes introduced by Resolution No. 66.18/2026/NQ-CP (“Resolu...