VILAF was thrilled to host 20 exceptional students from the Advanced Program of the Ho Chi Minh City University of Law (ULAW) for a site visit and workshop at VILAF Ho Chi Minh City office last week!  Each participant had impressed us with their thoughtful presentation submissions, dedication, and passion for the legal profession. It was inspiring to witness the energy and curiosity of these budding legal minds. The event featured an office tour, insightful workshops […] The post VILAF Hosts ULAW Students for an Inspiring Workshop and Site Visit appeared first on VILAF - Vietnam Inte ..read more

On November 27, 2024, at the 16th Annual Vietnam M&A Forum themed “A Blossoming Market” held at the JW Marriott Hotel & Suites Saigon, VILAF was once again honored as an “Outstanding M&A Advisory Firm” for 2023-2024.  VILAF Partner Ngoc Luong Trinh accepted the award on behalf of the firm during the event. The Vietnam M&A Forum is a premier annual event on M&A and investment opportunities in Vietnam, held by Vietnam Investment Review under […] The post VILAF Named an Outstanding M&A Advisory Firm at the Vietnam M&A Forum appeared first on VILAF - Vietnam Intern ..read more

VILAF’s Counsel Ngan Nguyen recently shared valuable insights on Vietnam’s real estate market and legal landscapes with a business delegation from Malaysia and Singapore at the Asia Real Estate Leaders (AREL) event. Hosted by REHDA Institute, the event took place from 12-15 November 2024 in Ho Chi Minh City. The discussion highlighted several key policies and regulations shaping Vietnam’s real estate market, aimed at achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050 and promoting sustainable ESG practices. […] The post Vietnam’s Real Estate and Legal Innovations at AREL 2024 appeared first on VILAF - Vietn ..read more

Congratulations to VILAF Counsel Hoang Duong for being named on ALB Asia 40 Under 40 for 2024. Hoang has been selected among more than 500 nominees around Asia based on high-quality work, accolades from clients and colleagues, and their promise for career advancement. Last year, Hoang has played an important role in the VILAF team advising J&T Express on its US$500 million IPO, the second largest IPO in HK stock market in 2023 and SCG […] The post VILAF Counsel Hoang Duong is named ALB Asia 40 Under 40 2024 appeared first on VILAF - Vietnam International Law Firm ..read more

VILAF proudly served as the Vietnamese legal counsel to JBIC in a US$150 million credit facility provided to VPBank. This financing, intended to be granted by JBIC along with other potential financial institutions, is aimed at supporting renewable energy projects and electricity transmission systems in Vietnam, contributing to the country’s national goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. This facility is a part of the Asia Zero Emissions Community (AZEC) initiative, spearheaded by the Japanese […] The post VILAF advised JBIC on $150 million Clean Energy Financing for VPBank appeared fir ..read more

We would like to express our sincere appreciation to asialaw and IFLR1000 for their continued recognition of VILAF as an outstanding law firm. The post VILAF continues to be ranked as Asialaw Outstanding Law Firm and IFLR1000 Top Tier Firm appeared first on VILAF - Vietnam International Law Firm ..read more

Citibank and ING Bank, alongside with Export Credit Agency’s Korea Trade Insurance Corporation, K-SURE, and Swiss Export Risk Insurance, SERV (the “Lenders”), have closed a $521.5 million, 12-year supported financing loan for Petrovietnam Power Corporation (PV Power). This financing will support the completion of PV Power’s Nhon Trach 3 and 4 power plants, which are set to be Vietnam’s first liquefied natural gas (LNG) to electricity plants. In parallel with the ECA Financing, the Lenders […] The post VILAF advised Citibank and ING in the financing of Nhon Trach 3 and 4 LNG Power Plants appear ..read more

Citibank and ING Bank, alongside with Export Credit Agency’s Korea Trade Insurance Corporation, K-SURE, and Swiss Export Risk Insurance, SERV (the “Lenders”), have closed a $521.5 million, 12-year supported financing loan for Petrovietnam Power Corporation (PV Power). This financing will support the completion of PV Power’s Nhon Trach 3 and 4 power plants, which are set to be Vietnam’s first liquefied natural gas (LNG) to electricity plants. In parallel with the ECA Financing, the Lenders […] The post VILAF advised Citibank and ING Bank in relation to the US$ 521.5 million ECA Financing and US ..read more

Written by Vaibhav Saxena and Quynh Anh Nguyen On December 22, 1992, South Korea and Vietnam established diplomatic relations with a joint statement. For Hanoi, its economic interests and foreign policy of “diversification and multilateralization” were pivotal in fostering closer ties with Seoul. In 2002, the two countries upgraded their relationship to a “comprehensive partnership in the 21st century,” which was further elevated to a “strategic cooperative partnership” in 2009. Most recently, in December 2022, […] The post Vietnam-South Korea: Expanding Relations and Opportunities with Key Pa ..read more

Partner Hien Truc Nguyen has been recognized as one of ALB’s Top 15 Female Lawyers in Asia for 2024.  This prestigious annual ranking by ALB highlights 15 exemplary women lawyers across Asia who have made significant contributions in the region’s dynamic legal landscape. ALB evaluated 155 submissions from 13 jurisdictions, including Vietnam, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore. Partner Hien co-heads the firm’s Real Estate and Construction practice, working closely with major enterprises and […] The post VILAF Partner Hien Truc Nguyen recognized as one of ALB Asia Top 15 F ..read more