Simplification of civil procedure and emerging issues for Vietnamese civil litigation in the digital era

Abstract

Under the influence and achievements of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, the application of digital technologies to judicial proceedings has the potential to streamline case resolution, reduce costs, and enhance transparency in court adjudication. Current policies and legislation have gradually established a legal framework for integrating digital technologies into court procedures, thereby contributing to the simplification of civil procedural steps. However, several existing legal provisions remain cumbersome, inconsistent, or ineffective in practice, requiring further research and reform. This article examines key regulatory provisions related to digital transformation that facilitate the simplification of civil procedures, identifies the issues posed for Vietnamese civil procedure in the digital era, and proposes recommendations for improvement.