Vietnam proposes easing citizenship rules for overseas Vietnamese and foreign experts


The National Assembly's group discussion on the proposed changes to Vietnam's nationality law. - Photo: VNA/VNS Photo

HANOI: The National Assembly on Saturday reviewed proposed amendments to the Law on Vietnamese Nationality aimed at easing the process for overseas Vietnamese and foreign professionals to acquire or regain citizenship.

The draft revisions, discussed during the ninth session of the 15th National Assembly, propose loosening requirements for individuals of Vietnamese descent, as well as for foreign investors, scientists, and experts.

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