Author(s): Nguyen Xuan Tien

Abstract: This study explores the legal sanctions imposed on producers of defective goods in Vietnam and the People’s Republic of China, with a particular focus on Vietnam’s 2023 Law on Consumer Protection. Against the backdrop of rising consumer awareness and regulatory reform, the paper investigates how both jurisdictions address product safety through civil liability, administrative enforcement, criminal penalties, and recall mechanisms. The objective is to assess the effectiveness and coherence of Vietnam’s evolving legal framework by comparing it with China’s more mature and institutionalized regime. Methodologically, the study draws on statutory analysis, doctrinal interpretation, and selected case studies to map convergence and divergence in legal design and enforcement practice. It finds that while both systems share a commitment to consumer rights, China’s integrated enforcement architecture and proactive recall system offer valuable lessons for Vietnam’s implementation of its 2023 reforms. The research highlights gaps in Vietnam’s institutional capacity and enforcement coordination, suggesting targeted improvements in regulatory oversight and judicial remedies. By offering comparative insights and policy recommendations, the paper contributes to the broader discourse on consumer protection law and product safety governance. It is intended for legal scholars, policymakers, and practitioners seeking to strengthen Vietnam’s consumer protection regime through informed, context-sensitive reform.

DOI: 10.22271/2790-0673.2025.v5.i2c.239

Pages: 249-258 | Views: 62 | Downloads: 16

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