How US Authorities Could Request for Help on Taking the Evidence in Vietnam for Civil or Commercial Matters?

The Evidence Collection Convention is a multilateral Hague Conference convention that was signed on March 18, 1970 and went into effect on October 7, 1972. The objective of the Convention is to facilitate the collection of evidence and to harmonize the methods of evidence collection between States.Evidence Law in Vietnam On May 3, 2020, Vietnam became a party to the Convention on the Collection of Evidence Abroad. After becoming a member of this...

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How Guardianship of Minors is Regulated in Vietnam Laws?

Guardianship under Vietnam laws aims to protect the legitimate rights and interests of groups that are not yet fully developed physically or mentally. There are two forms of guardianship prescribed by law: natural guardians and guardians appointed by a competent state agency, in which natural guardians can only be individuals. This type of guardianship is defined by the provisions of the guardian, the ward, and the rights and obligations of the guardian...

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Regulations on Pay to Employees Working During Lunar New Year Holiday

Regulations on Pay to Employees Working During Lunar New Year Holiday Under the provisions of Article 106.1 of the Labor Code 2012, overtime is a period of work outside normal working hours prescribed by law or according to a labor agreement or regulation. Depending on the needs and agreement of the two parties, the enterprise may request employees to work overtime during lunar new year (Tet) holiday, but must not exceed 12 hours in a day and must...

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How Foreigners Could Apply for Residence Permits to Stay in Vietnam from 2022

How Foreigners Could Apply for Residence Permits to Stay in Vietnam from 2022 In the current process of industrialization and international integration, it is common for foreigners to reside and work in Vietnam permanently or temporarily. In order to legally reside in Vietnam, a foreigner must be eligible to be granted a permanent residence card or a temporary residence card in accordance with Vietnam immigration law.Temporary residence card is...

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What Are Some New Points In The Draft Amending Land Law?

What Are Some New Points In The Draft Amending Land Law? After nearly 10 years of enforcement and implementation, the 2013 Land Law has brought about remarkable achievements in land management, exploitation and use. However, with a significant increase in land use demand, especially in the city center areas, many issues have arisen that are beyond the law’s control. The requirement to amend and supplement this law, therefore, is set out to be suitable...

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