Vietnam: Conformity assessment requirement for high-risk AI systems in Law on Artificial Intelligence
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Law on Artificial Intelligence including conformity assessment requirement for high-risk AI systems enters into force
On 1 March 2026, the Law on Artificial Intelligence enters into force. The Law requires high-risk AI systems to undergo conformity assessment before use and whenever significant changes occur. Systems must also comply with relevant standards or tech…
SourceNational Assembly adopted Law on Artificial Intelligence including conformity assessment requirement for high-risk AI systems
On 10 December 2025, Vietnam’s National Assembly adopted the Law on Artificial Intelligence (AI), which applies to Vietnamese and foreign entities operating in the country, excluding AI used solely for defence, security, or cipher purposes. The Law …
SourceLaw on Artificial Intelligence including authorisation of high-risk AI systems was introduced to National Assembly
On 27 November 2025, the Law on Artificial Intelligence was introduced to the National Assembly of Vietnam. Article 13(1) requires high-risk artificial intelligence systems to undergo conformity assessment before being put into use or when significa…
SourceMinistry of Science and Technology closed consultation on Draft Law on Artificial Intelligence including authorisation requirements for high-risk AI systems
On 20 October 2025, the Ministry of Science and Technology (MST) closed the public consultation, which had been open since 29 September 2025, on the Draft Law on Artificial Intelligence. The Draft Law establishes mandatory authorisation-type require…
SourceMinistry of Science and Technology opened consultation on Draft Law on Artificial Intelligence including authorisation requirements for high-risk AI systems
On 29 September 2025, the Ministry of Science and Technology (MST) opened a public consultation, until 20 October 2025, on the Draft Law on Artificial Intelligence, which establishes mandatory authorisation-type requirements for artificial intellige…
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