What are regulations on classification system and violations database of timber processing and exporting enterprises in Vietnam?

What are regulations on classification system of timber processing and exporting enterprises in Vietnam?

Pursuant to Article 8 of the Circular 21/2021/TT-BNNPTNT (takes effect from 01/05/2022) stipulating classification system of timber processing and exporting enterprises in Vietnam as follows:

1. The enterprise classification system is built in accordance with regulations of law and used for receiving and storing information on enterprise classification in accordance with the Decree No. 102/2020/ND-CP and this Circular.

2. The enterprise classification system may be changed to comply with regulations in force, and serve accurate and timely enterprise classification, and is operated on a modern information technology platform which ensures authorization of users and high confidentiality.

3. The enterprise classification system is built and operated online, and has a user-friendly interface that meets real demands and may be easily used for providing information, receiving and processing applications. The continuous and uninterrupted operation of the system must be ensured.

4. The enterprise classification system must be capable of sharing its information with the FLEGT licensing system, customs risk management system and other relevant information systems.

5. Establishment and operation of the enterprise classification system must comply with regulations of laws on cybersecurity, information technology, information confidentiality and security, and other relevant laws.

What are regulations on violations database of timber processing and exporting enterprises in Vietnam?

Pursuant to Article 9 of the Circular 21/2021/TT-BNNPTNT (takes effect from 01/05/2022) stipulating violations database of timber processing and exporting enterprises in Vietnam as follows:

1. The violations database is built to gather and store data on handled administrative violations and criminal prosecution cases in forestry sector in accordance with regulations of law; is updated, maintained, operated and used electronically.

2. The violations database shall be connected and have its information shared with the enterprise classification system to serve the enterprise classification.

3. The violations database is operated to serve performance of state management tasks in forestry sector and other relevant state management sectors.

What are regulations on management of enterprise classification system and violations database of timber processing and exporting enterprises in Vietnam?

Pursuant to Article 10 of the Circular 21/2021/TT-BNNPTNT (takes effect from 01/05/2022) stipulating management of enterprise classification system and violations database of timber processing and exporting enterprises in Vietnam as follows:

1. The Forest Protection Department shall manage and operate the enterprise classification system and violations database; assume responsibility to invest in integrated equipment; arrange qualified human resources to maintain continuous operation of such system and database.

2. Receiving authorities shall assume responsibility to invest in integrated equipment; arrange qualified human resources to maintain continuous operation of the enterprise classification system and violations database.

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