Decree 147/2024/ND-CP (“Decree 147”) was established to replace Decree No. 72/2013/ND-CP and Decree No. 27/2018/ND-CP, in the context of the online gaming industry in Vietnam having undergone explosive development, which has led to the emergence of many complex social issues. Most notably is the issue of game addiction among young people, a problem that the World Health Organization (WHO) and domestic health organizations have noted at an alarming rate. According to statistics from the Institute of Mental Health, Bach Mai Hospital, up to 43% of inpatients being treated for Internet and online video game addiction are in the 10 to 24 age group[1].

Additionally, financial risks such as disguised gambling, fraud, and money laundering through virtual item transactions, along with the proliferation of unauthorized pirated and cross-border games, have caused significant difficulties for state management agencies. The Decree’s objective is reflected in a dual approach: both promoting the development of the legitimate gaming industry and strengthening the protection of users and the public interest.

[1] https://tienphong.vn/nghien-game-van-nan-cu-he-luy-moi-post1554629.tpo

 

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