About Esko Cate

Esko Cate is a senior associate at VILAF and a US-qualified lawyer based in Ho Chi Minh City, with a practice focused on corporate and technology law. He specialises in cross-border transactions, foreign investment, mergers and acquisitions and corporate structuring, regularly advising multinational clients on market entry and operations in Vietnam. Esko is particularly recognised for his expertise in privacy, data protection, cybersecurity and technology-related regulatory matters. With a practical, commercially driven approach, he provides strategic guidance across the full lifecycle of transactions, helping clients navigate complex regulatory frameworks and achieve efficient, compliant outcomes.


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