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Vietnam: Digital Technology Industry Law including the prohibition of goods and services was introduced to National Assembly

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Digital Technology Industry Law including the prohibition of goods and services was introduced to National Assembly

On 8 October 2024, the Digital Technology Industry Law was introduced to the National Assembly. The law delineates the prohibited activities of AI in Article 80. In particular, AI systems that influence behaviour without awareness, exploit vulnerabi…

Scope

Policy Area
Authorisation, registration and licensing
Policy Instrument
Prohibition of goods and services
Regulated Economic Activity
ML and AI development
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
legislature
Government Body
central government

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2024-07-02
in consultation

On 2 July 2024, the Ministry of Information and Communication (MIC) opened a public consultation on…

2024-09-02
processing consultation

On 2 September 2024, the Ministry of Information and Communication (MIC) closes its public consulta…

2024-10-08
under deliberation

On 8 October 2024, the Digital Technology Industry Law was introduced to the National Assembly. The…

2025-06-14
adopted

On 14 June 2025, the National Assembly of Vietnam adopted the Digital Technology Industry Law. The …

2026-01-01
in force

On 1 January 2026, the Digital Technology Industry Law enters into force. The law prohibits specifi…