Vietnam: Cybersecurity regulation in Law on Digital Transformation, 2025
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Law on Digital Transformation including cybersecurity regulation enters into force
On 1 July 2026, the Law on Digital Transformation enters into force. Article 4(5) mandates the implementation of cybersecurity and data protection measures throughout the design, deployment, operation, and use of digital systems, including monitorin…
SourceNational Assembly adopted Law on Digital Transformation including cybersecurity regulation
On 11 December 2025, the National Assembly of Vietnam adopted the Law on Digital Transformation. The Law sets out cybersecurity obligations for organisations and individuals participating in digital transformation. Article 4(5) establishes requireme…
SourceDraft Law on Digital Transformation, 2025 including cybersecurity regulation was introduced to National Assembly
On 31 October 2025, the Law on Digital Transformation was introduced to the National Assembly of Vietnam. The Law on Digital Transformation applies to domestic and foreign organisations and individuals directly involved in or related to digital tran…
SourceMinistry of Science and Technology closed consultation on Draft Law on Digital Transformation, 2025 including cybersecurity regulation
On 15 August 2025, the Ministry of Science and Technology closed the public consultation, which had been open since 12 August 2025. The Draft Law requires agencies, organisations, and individuals to comply with legal requirements on network informat…
SourceMinistry of Science and Technology opened consultation on Draft Law on Digital Transformation, 2025 including cybersecurity regulation
On 12 August 2025, the Ministry of Science and Technology opened a public consultation until 15 August 2025 on the Draft Law on Digital Transformation, 2025. The Draft Law requires agencies, organisations, and individuals to comply with legal requir…
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