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A brief overview of Vietnam’s legal framework on Personal Data Protection

The protection of personal data is becoming one of the top priorities as Vietnam further integrates into the digital economy. Although the legal framework for personal data protection is still being developed, it has made significant progress in ensuring privacy and information security and enhancing the responsibility of organizations and individuals involved in data collection and processing. This article provides an overview of the current legal provisions related to personal data protection in relevant legislation, such as the 2006 Law on Information Technology, the 2015 Civil Code , and the 2018 Law on Cybersecurity ,  Decree No. 13/2023/ND-CP and the 2023 Law on Consumer Protection. 1. Law on Information Technology 2006 Article 21 of the Law on Information Technology 2006 regulates the collection, processing, and use of “personal information” in the online environment. Specifically, the collection, processing, and use of personal information must be based on the consent of...

Patent appraisal process

As technology increasingly develops, patents and scientific research products are gradually launched and announced for many different purposes, including human development. The products created are one of the intellectual property assets, and registration for protection is essential to protect their intellectual property rights. However, not all technical products/processes can be registered for protection as patents. A technical product/process must meet legal conditions as well as follow a certain appraisal process to be registered for protection as a patent. This article will clarify the certain processes that an individual/business must follow when registering for a patent.  1. Basic conditions of patent   The patent is a technical solution in the form of a product or process that solves a specific problem by applying natural rules.  A product/process can be registered for patent protection when it meets the following conditions:  i. Condition 1: Does not in...

National technical regulation on the limits of contaminants for Health Supplements/Dietary Supplements

Health Supplements are called by some English phrases such as Health Supplements or Dietary Supplements. These products are used as a supplement to the daily diet to maintain, strengthen, and improve the functions of the human body, reducing the risk of disease. Health Supplements may contain one or more of the following substances, including: (i) Vitamins, minerals, amino acids, fatty acids, enzymes, probiotics and other biologically active substances; (ii) Substances derived from animals, minerals, plants in the forms of extracts, isolates, concentrates or metabolites; (iii) Sources of the substances mentioned in two points above. The special point of identification for this group is that they are presented in processed form such as capsules, tablets, tablets, nuggets preparations, powders, liquids and other dosage forms and are dosed (for use) into smaller doses1.  The name of the group of Health Supplements was first mentioned in Circular No. 08/2004/TT-BYT on the management o...

Subleasing Land in Industrial Zones for Factory Construction: What FDI Enterprises Need to Know

Subleasing land from industrial zones to build factories for production projects is a popular choice for many enterprises with foreign owned capital when implementing investment projects in Vietnam. Accordingly, when subleasing land from industrial zones, enterprises must have thorough financial preparation and ensure compliance with investment regulations, land law, and related regulations. Through this article, Apolat Legal will present some important notes that enterprises need to pay attention to when subleasing land from industrial zones to build factories for production projects.  See more: Steps For Manufacturing Plant Acquisition 1. Land use mode when subleasing land in industrial zones   According to the provisions of the Land Law 2024 , investors who are permitted by the State for lease to invest in constructing and trading infrastructure of industrial zones have the right to sublease land in the following 02 modes(1):  For the land leased with annual land ...

HR Administrative Assistant

I. Company Information Apolat Legal is a full-service commercial law firm practicing in Vietnam. Our mission is to deliver effective, high-standard, and practical legal consultation to clients within the Vietnamese business context. As a dynamic law firm with the desire to develop the high standards of the legal sectors, we promote an open and creative environment, balancing work and life while still prioritizing the responsibility and commitment of lawyers to the service quality.   II. Position Description Apolat Legal is looking for an Hr Administrative Assistant position to join our dynamic and enthusiastic team at our head office in Ho Chi Minh City. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates who are detail-oriented, organized and possess outstanding communication skills. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience in a similar role and be able to start as soon as possible. 1. Responsibilities Include Administrative (Admin) Manage and maintain compa...