The Politburo’s Resolution 57 paves the way for Vietnam to achieve technological breakthroughs by defining core priorities and fostering innovation in the digital age.

Talented civil servants and public employees in Vietnam will receive preferential housing, low-interest loans, and leadership opportunities under Decree 179/2024, effective January 2025.

Under Decree 176/2024, Vietnamese citizens can now earn up to 5 million VND ($200) for reporting traffic violations, marking a significant step towards improved road safety.

The Politburo’s issuance of Resolution No. 57 highlights Vietnam’s resolve to prioritize science, technology, and innovation as the keys to achieving sustainable growth and global integration.

Vietnam’s military will prioritize recruiting college and university graduates in 2025, reflecting its focus on building a high-quality, modern armed force.

Stricter vehicle inspection standards under Decree 166 could lead to an increase in refusals starting January 2, as many vehicles fail to meet the updated requirements.

Beginning January 1, 2025, Vietnamese drivers will receive traffic violation notifications directly through the VNeTraffic app, improving convenience and transparency in handling fines.

Vietnam’s Traffic Police will prioritize camera enforcement and significantly increase penalties for traffic violations under Decree 168/2024, effective January 1, 2025.

Decree 163 introduces a comprehensive legal framework for three new telecommunications services - data centers, cloud computing, and basic Internet-based telecom services - effective January 1, 2025.

Starting January 1, 2025, under Decree 168, Vietnam will impose stricter penalties for traffic violations, with fines for running red lights in cars set to rise to 18–20 million VND ($750–$850 USD).

With the biometric data update deadline fast approaching, banks across Vietnam are seeing long lines and extended wait times as customers rush to comply.

Vietnam’s updated license plate auction framework introduces online registration, deposit requirements, and strict measures against unethical practices.

The Government has issued a Decree detailing provisions for the enforcement of the Law on Road Traffic Order and Safety, including conditions under which foreign motor vehicles and drivers may operate in Vietnam.

The 60-day deadline for child residence registration marks a return to a previous policy that was in place before the enactment of Decree 62/2021.

If the draft Law on Employment gets approval, the unemployment insurance fund might be used to support owners of businesses that face difficulties because of economic factors, restructuring, and technology renovation.

In April, many new policies will take effect. 

Investors have once again shown interest in condotels as the legal issues for this kind of real estate product have been clarified. However, the market remains cool.

The age of second-hand aircraft imported into Vietnam is among new regulations in the Government’s Decree 89/2019/ND-CP.

Thousands of fishing boats have been grounded due to new of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) regulations.