#VietnamCryptoPolicy Vietnam’s crypto landscape is at a pivotal moment: the government is accelerating efforts toward a comprehensive legal framework for digital assets. Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính has directed the Ministry of Finance and the State Bank of Vietnam to finalize draft regulations by mid‑March 2025. This initiative is part of a broader push under Decision 194/QĐ‑TTg and Directive 05/CT‑TTg, aiming to address money laundering risks while also fostering innovation. The Ministry is proposing a pilot crypto‑exchange sandbox to test trading operations in a controlled environment—possibly launching as early as mid‑2026 .