Abstract
Stateless persons represent one of the most vulnerable populations, as the absence of political and legal affiliation with any sovereign state severely limits their rights, legal capacity, and access to protection. Statelessness is not only a domestic concern but also a pressing global human rights challenge. In Vietnam, although existing legislation provides certain provisions for the recognition and protection of stateless persons, significant gaps persist in both legal design and practical implementation. This study analyzes the current legal framework governing stateless persons in Vietnam, identifies key shortcomings, and proposes legal and policy reforms aimed at strengthening rights protection, mitigating the causes of statelessness, and moving toward its eventual eradication.
