Region: Vietnam

Vietnam halves IP fees, extends time limits and delivers decisions via email

IP Vietnam recently implemented new initiatives to support IP applicants by slashing fees and accepting correspondences after deadlines have passed. 

19 July 2024

Vietnam set to establish IP court in January 2025

The new court is expected to reduce pendency in first-instance IP disputes, boost judges’ expertise and lead to more consistent rulings. Now, lawyers mull over what may come next. 

17 July 2024

How to manage the surge in counterfeit automotive parts in Southeast Asia 

Rouse lawyers break down the reasons for a surge in counterfeit automotive parts in Southeast Asia and discuss how brand owners can tackle the growing problem. 

03 July 2024

Specialised IP Court proposed under draft law on court organisation

If enacted, the proposal promises to offer specialised and consistent adjudication of IP cases, ultimately benefitting stakeholders.

27 June 2024

ASEAN Digital Economy Framework must include IP provisions 

The IP community should be lobbying for the proposed ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement to explicitly include IP-related provisions, urges this week’s Saturday opinion column.

22 June 2024

NO FAKES hearing; China's plan for authorities; Vietnam administrative sanctions – legislation and policy watch (May 2024) 

WTR’s monthly column tracks trademark and related policy developments, including the progress of major bills, from around the world.

27 May 2024

New decree on sanctions for administrative violations in industrial property field - what you need to know

Decree 46/2024/ND-CP seeks to clarify certain ambiguities and address practical challenges faced by IP rights holders and enforcement authorities in the past.

24 May 2024

Social media in Vietnam: what brand owners need to know

In the next edition of our digital protection series, WTR takes a look at the social media ecosystem in Vietnam.

17 May 2024

Earth Day: why brands are struggling to register green marks in Southeast Asia

On this year's Earth Day, representatives from Rouse explore the challenges of registering and using green marks in Southeast Asia.

22 April 2024

Brand protection at the Vietnam border: insights and strategies from the front line

In the latest from our series on the challenges of – and best solutions for – brand protection at the borders and ports of entry in various countries, we head to Vietnam.

22 January 2024

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