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Law Takes Effect
Vietnam's AI law officially enters into force, setting a precedent for ASEAN nations.
Regional Context
South Korea becomes the first country to have a comprehensive AI law take full effect.
National Assembly Approval
Vietnam's National Assembly passes the comprehensive AI regulatory framework.
A coalition of European publishers and technology firms has formally petitioned the European Commission to expedite enforcement actions and impose significant fines on Google. The group alleges that Google's search practices continue to stifle competition and violate the Digital Markets Act (DMA), despite years of regulatory oversight.
The United States has initiated a massive Section 301 investigation targeting 16 major trading partners, including the EU, China, India, and Taiwan, over alleged unfair trade practices. This unprecedented move signals a significant escalation in global trade tensions, threatening to disrupt technology supply chains and increase costs for cross-border venture investments.
The European Union has unveiled a comprehensive 'Made in Europe' strategy aimed at revitalizing its industrial base and curbing the flight of manufacturing to global competitors. The initiative focuses on streamlining regulations for strategic sectors and mobilizing venture capital for deep-tech startups to ensure long-term economic sovereignty.
Vietnam has officially implemented the region's first comprehensive AI law, effective March 1, 2026, mandating human oversight and deepfake labeling. The framework aligns with the EU AI Act and establishes a national strategy for sovereign AI development, including a state-backed computing center.
Mobile World Congress 2026 has emerged as the primary battleground for 'tech sovereignty,' as nations showcase independent AI infrastructures to counter global monopolies. The event marks a strategic pivot from centralized cloud AI toward localized, secure edge computing and regionalized data control.
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer announced a forthcoming supplemental proclamation from President Trump to raise tariffs to 15% where appropriate. The move targets gaps in the USMCA and pressures the EU and UK to adhere to existing trade commitments.