26 October

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What Is The Typical Process For Confiscation Or Further Investigation In The Event That Lao Customs Officials Identify Potentially Counterfeit Goods?

In the context of customs procedures, in case of suspecting counterfeit goods at the Customs followed by the customs recordal, the below activities are involved: Customs officials inspect and compare goods with the information provided in the customs declaration and customs recordal, which has been registered in the Customs database. This includes examining photos, description, and characteristics used to identify genuine goods to determine whether the goods are counterfeit or if they are suspected of infringing IPRs; If the grounds for determining goods are suspected of being counterfeit or infringing IPRs are not sufficient, it is required to carry out...

26 October

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Can Brand Owners Send Lao Customs Officials A Product Information Guide Or Any Additional Materials To Assist Them In Identifying Genuine Products?

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in Laos, Trademark

To increase the effectiveness of customs recordal in detecting and preventing the importation or exportation of counterfeit goods, trademark owners should furnish customs officials with clear and detailed information regarding their registered trademarks. Specifically, the following details can aid customs officials in better identifying counterfeit goods and differentiating them from genuine products. images, descriptions, samples of genuine products, a list of Characteristics for distinguishing genuine goods from goods infringing on IP rights, any equipments or tools to differentiate the differences between the original and counterfeit products. Such details can be submitted in Word, PDF, or physical formats, provided they...

26 October

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Are Copyright Registrations Registrable With Customs In Laos?

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in Laos, Trademark

Customs recordal in Laos is applicable not only for trademark registrations but also for copyright registrations. The procedures and authorities involved in examining the customs recordal of these IP subject matters as mentioned are the same. Copyright owners seeking to record their copyrights with the Laos Customs Department must submit an application alongside the required documents and fees. One of the essential documents is a Copyright registration certificate in Laos. Despite being a signatory to Berne Convention, Laos handles copyrights territorially. Copyright owners are advised to register their works within the country to ensure comprehensive protection of their IP rights. This recommendation...

26 October

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Can Rights Holders Record Trademark And Brand-Related IP Information With Lao Customs And, If So, How?

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in Laos, Trademark

In Laos, customs recordal may serve as an effective means for enforcing IP rights as it prevents and suppresses IP counterfeiting of IPR holders’ products at Laos’ borders. In order to take advantages of customs registration system for IP protection in Laos, rights holders must submit a formal request for customs recordal of their IP rights with the Laos Customs Department. Trademarks, designs, and copyrights can be registered with customs in Laos, enabling enhanced IP protection measures at the country’s borders. A customs recordal request is examined by the Laos Customs Department to assess its compliance with the necessary requirements and...

25 October

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

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25 October

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Fighting Counterfeits And Trademark Squatting In Vietnam: A perspective from Foellie case

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[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_column_text] Download In the 2022 statistics recently published by the Ministry of Planning and Investment of Vietnam, it was revealed that Korea stands as Vietnam's leading foreign investor. With an impressive investment of over 80 billion USD and nearly 9,500 registered projects, Korea's substantial contribution demonstrates remarkable confidence in the Vietnamese market. However, this trust is currently under threat due to a concerning trend: the increasing prevalence of counterfeit products and brand speculation. To cope with these pressing issues, Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA) – held a seminar titled “Current Situation and Solutions for Identifying Counterfeit Goods and Intellectual Property Violations from...

13 September

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Overcoming refusal of patent applications in Vietnam – What strategies?

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The initial "patent" application faced a denial, leading to the most likely course of action being an amendment of the set of claims to secure a "utility solution" patent. Faced with the second refusal notice from the Intellectual Property Office of Vietnam (IP VIETNAM), many applicants tend to opt for the straightforward route of converting their applications from "invention" to "utility solution". This choice is often made under the belief that obtaining any kind of patent is preferable to facing a final rejection. However, with a well-thought-out strategy, applicants can still pursue their patent applications without the need to convert...

09 August

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Resolving Disputes Between Trade Names and Trademarks in Vietnam: How to Proceed?

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Disputes between trademarks and trade names are commonplace and present considerable challenges for businesses. Establishing rights for trade names under Vietnamese law is relatively straightforward. If a trade name is shown to have been legally used in Vietnam and does not infringe upon existing trademarks, business names, or geographical indications, its rights are established. ...

29 May

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Overcoming Trademark Rejection in Cambodia: Winning Strategy from the “DING TEA” Milk Tea Case

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Download As foreign investment in Southeast Asia continues to surge, Cambodia is emerging as a top destination for businesses looking to expand their reach. However, obtaining trademark registration in this market is no walk in the park. With a vast number of trademark applications filed annually, it's easy for a mark to be deemed too similar to an earlier one or refused altogether by the examiner. This is where IP attorneys with extensive experience and knowledge of IP law can provide effective strategies for winning the trademark battle to obtain registration in Cambodia. KENFOX IP & Law Office, with nearly 20...

15 May

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Navigating Vietnam’s Regulatory Landscape: CSPC Company’s Working Visit to KENFOX for Drug Registration and IPR Protection

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On May 10, 2023, our firm, KENFOX IP & Law Office, was delighted to receive a working visit from CSPC Pharmaceutical Imp. & Exp. Co., Ltd at our office in Hanoi, seeking our assistance with setting up a representative office in Hanoi, drug registration and issues related to the protection of intellectual property (IP) rights in Vietnam. CSPC is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies in China with state-of-the-art production lines and a professional R&D team focused on drug discovery, clinical development and safeguarding IP rights. CSPC Company recognizes the potential opportunities for expanding their market and aims to import and...