LEGAL NEWSLETTER – FEBRUARY 2026: KEY UPDATES EVERY BUSINESS SHOULD KNOW
As Vietnam’s legal framework continues to evolve to meet the demands of socio‑economic development, staying informed about new regulations is essential for businesses to operate effectively and minimize legal risks.
To support businesses in quickly grasping notable legal changes, BNA Legal has released the February 2026 Legal Newsletter, featuring key updates along with in‑depth analysis of newly issued regulations.
Newsletter Overview
Bản tin pháp lý tháng 02/2026 của BNA Legal tập trung vào hai phần chính:
1. Legal Highlights
Updates on new regulations across several important sectors, including:
- Construction: Adjustments related to licensing, acceptance/inspection procedures, and digitalization of administrative processes
- Natural Resources & Environment: New regulations on water resource management and emissions quota trading
- Agriculture, Livestock, and Veterinary Services: Additional conditions for production, business activities, and licensing
- Intellectual Property: Improvements to regulations on copyright, related rights, and industrial property
2. Analysis of New Regulations: The 2025 Amended Intellectual Property Law
The core section of the newsletter features an analysis of Law No. 131/2025/QH15, which amends and supplements several provisions of the Intellectual Property Law.
- Expansion of the scope of IP rights and protected subjects
- Additional mechanisms for establishing and exploiting IP rights
- Adjustments to industrial design regulations and applicability
- Strengthened responsibilities of digital platforms in IP protection
- Shortened examination timelines for certain registration procedures
These changes are expected to have a direct impact on business activities in creativity, production, and commerce—especially in the context of the rapidly developing digital economy.
Implications for Businesses
Regularly updating legal changes not only ensures compliance but also helps businesses:
- Proactively identify and prevent risks
- Adjust business strategies appropriately
- Leverage opportunities arising from new policies
- Enhance governance capacity and competitiveness
Among these, regulations related to intellectual property and environmental management are particularly noteworthy for businesses during this period.
BNA Legal – Your Partner in Legal Updates
With the goal of becoming a trusted legal partner for businesses, BNA Legal not only provides advisory services but also actively develops professional publications such as the monthly Legal Newsletter.
Through these resources, businesses can access legal information in a systematic, easy‑to‑understand, and highly applicable manner.
Should you require in-depth legal advice or assistance with legal compliance implementation, BNA Legal’s team of lawyers is always ready to support you.
Access the full newsletter here: BẢN TIN PHÁP LÝ THÁNG 22026
