National Assembly Passes Law on Product and Goods Quality with Amendments

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The National Assembly of Vietnam recently passed a law amending and supplementing articles of the Law on Product and Goods Quality, with a high level of consensus among participating deputies. The revised law introduces new articles, updates responsibilities, and revises chapter titles, marking a significant step towards enhancing product and goods quality management in Vietnam. The law aims to strengthen the state's management of product and goods quality, ensure transparency across supply chains, and protect consumer rights.

Key Takeaways:

  • The law was passed with 408 out of 420 participating deputies voting in favor, accounting for 85.36% of the total.
  • The revised law adds five new articles: 6a, 6b, 6c, 6d, and 6e following Article 6.
  • Article 6a outlines the responsibilities for state management of product and goods quality, with the Government holding unified responsibility nationwide.
  • The Ministry of Science and Technology serves as the lead agency, answerable to the Government for implementation.
  • The law revises the title of Section 2, Chapter II to "Rights and obligations of consumers; social organisations participating in the protection of consumer rights; and professional associations."
  • The title of Chapter III is amended to "Quality management of products and goods in manufacturing, export, import, circulation in the market and on digital platforms serving electronic transactions."
  • Amendments are made to Article 23, which governs the declaration of applicable standards, conformity to standards, and conformity to technical regulations.
  • The amended law will take effect on January 1, 2026.

Statistics:

  • 408 out of 420 participating deputies voted in favor of the law, representing 85.36% of the total.
  • The law adds 5 new articles, increasing the total number of articles in the Law on Product and Goods Quality.
  • The overall voting percentage of 85.36% indicates broad consensus among participating deputies.

Sources:

  • "National Assembly Passes Law on Product and Goods Quality with Amendments." Vietnam News Agency, 18 June.
  • "Law on Product and Goods Quality with Amendments." Vietnam Law and Justice Forum.