Vietnam’s first Law on Artificial Intelligence, effective March 1, 2026, establishes a comprehensive national AI framework that balances innovation with risk management. It introduces principles like human‑centric AI, risk‑based system classifications, prohibited harmful acts, and accountability duties for providers and deployers. High‑risk systems face stricter oversight, while incentives (sandboxes, funding, vouchers) support AI development. Centralized oversight and future government decrees will shape detailed implementation and compliance.
