Vietnam: Government access to data in Law on Digital Transformation, 2025
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Law on Digital Transformation including government access to data enters into force
On 1 July 2026, the Law on Digital Transformation enters into force. The Law establishes the obligation of organisations to coordinate with state agencies in verifying and sharing data and fulfilling obligations serving digital transformation as pre…
Law on Digital Transformation including government access to data was adopted by National Assembly
On 11 December 2025, the National Assembly of Vietnam adopted the Law on Digital Transformation. The adopted Law on Digital Transformation confirms obligations for organisations relating to access to data by state agencies. Article 16(1)(d) establis…
Draft Law on Digital Transformation, 2025 including government access to data 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 organisations directly involved in or related to digital transformation in Vietnam under Article 2…
Ministry of Science and Technology closed consultation on Draft Law on Digital Transformation, 2025 including government access to data
On 15 August 2025, the Ministry of Science and Technology closed the public consultation, which had been open since 12 August 2025, on the Draft Law on Digital Transformation, 2025. The Draft Law requires organisations managing and operating digital…
Ministry of Science and Technology opened consultation on Draft Law on Digital Transformation, 2025 including government access to data
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 organisations managing and operating digital platforms to share data…