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Invalidation of a European Patent: How can it impact your patents in Vietnam?

[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_column_text]Download Many businesses worry that the invalidation of a European patent will automatically lead to the loss of protection in Vietnam. Can a decision to invalidate a patent in Europe truly "cross borders" and affect your patent in Vietnam? KENFOX IP & Law Office provides detailed guidance on the relationship between patent invalidation in Europe and its impact on patents in Vietnam. It can be affirmed that, although the invalidation of a European patent may affect a Vietnamese patent, it does not "automatically" lead to the invalidation of the patent in Vietnam. Vietnam's patent protection system operates independently from Europe's. A patent...

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KENFOX Partner Contributes to INTA’s Country Guide – Vietnam Chapter for Chinese Enterprises

We are proud to announce that Nguyen Vu Quan, Partner & IP Attorney at KENFOX IP & Law Office, has been recognized as a key contributor to the International Trademark Association's (INTA) prestigious "Guide to International Intellectual Property Practice" in the Vietnam Chapter. This recognition highlights Mr. Quan's expertise and deep knowledge of intellectual property (IP) protection in Vietnam, particularly for Chinese enterprises entering and operating in this growing and dynamic market. With over 20 years of practical experience in IP law, Mr. Quan provided insightful and practical answers to the comprehensive set of questions in INTA's guide. The guide covers...

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KOIPA Visits and Establishes Cooperative Relationship with KENFOX

Today, November 8th, 2024, Mr. James Yeah Hyuck Chung, Director of the Korea Intellectual Property Protection Agency (KOIPA), and Mr. Jisung Byung, Director of the Southeast Asia IP Center, visited the KENFOX IP & Law Office headquarters in Hanoi to discuss establishing a cooperative relationship between KOIPA and KENFOX to support Korean businesses in Vietnam. During the meeting, Mr. James and Mr. Jisung discussed a range of issues faced by Korean companies, such as trademark squatting, bad-faith trademark registrations by third parties, and the protection of patents and industrial designs of Korean companies in Vietnam. With 20 years of experience in the...

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KENFOX Partner Makes Waves at International Trademark & Brand Festival in China

Mr. Nguyen Vu Quan, a Partner at KENFOX, recently attended the prestigious 14th China International Trademark & Brand Festival (CTF) held in Xi'an from November 22-25, 2024. CTF is a leading international event in the trademark and brand industry, renowned for its high standards and extensive reach. Since its inception in 2005, CTF has been hosted in major Chinese cities including Shanghai, Qingdao, and Chengdu, attracting over 4,000 participants annually, including representatives from over 30 countries. Mr. Quan actively engaged in sub-forums and salons, posing insightful questions to speakers on a range of critical topics. His inquiries included: Best practices for IPR...

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KENFOX Partner Presents on Southeast Asian Medical Device Patent Trends in Suzhou

Suzhou, China – Mr. Nguyen Vu Quan, IP Attorney and Partner at KENFOX IP & Law Office delivered a keynote presentation on "New Developments in Examination and Enforcement of Medical Device Patents in Southeast Asia" at the seminar in Suzhou on 19 November 2024. The presentation was part of a "Intellectual Property Services for High-Quality Industrial Development" salon series held at the Jiangsu Center for Patent Examination Cooperation in Suzhou. The event, co-hosted by the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) and the Jiangsu Provincial Intellectual Property Office, focused on promoting high-quality development in the biopharmaceutical industry. Sharing at the seminar, Mr....

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Giving presentation about “Risks of Intellectual Property Infringement on Cross-Border E-commerce Platforms in Southeast Asia and Responding Strategies” in Wujiang District, China

Wujiang District, China – Mr. Nguyen Vu Quan, an IP Attorney and Partner at KENFOX IP & Law Office, recently delivered a compelling presentation on the “Risks of Intellectual Property Infringement on Cross-Border E-commerce Platforms in Southeast Asia and Responding Strategies“. ...

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“Fabrilcar” vs. “FABRICA” and “FABRICAIR”: How to successfully appeal a trademark refusal in Vietnam?

Vietnam – On 16/10/2024, the IP Offfice of Vietnam (“IP VIETNAM“) issued a Decision on acceptance of IR No. 1470915 for the mark “Fabrilcar” in the name of Aspöck Systems GmbH, withdrawing its provisional refusal decision and terminating a lengthy 4-year appeal process. This is a great victory for our client, Aspöck Systems GmbH, an Austrian company that specializes in developing and manufacturing lighting systems for vehicles, founded in September 1977....

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New Developments in Patent Examination and Enforcement in the Field of Medical Devices in Southeast Asia

The medical device sector in Southeast Asia is witnessing unprecedented innovation, accelerating development and reshaping healthcare across the region. This progress, however, introduces new challenges for patent protection, making it essential for inventors and companies to stay informed on evolving regulations and enforcement mechanisms....

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Second Medical Use Patents: Promoting Development or Hindering the Pharmaceutical Industry in Southeast Asia?

Download The pharmaceutical landscape in Southeast Asia is undergoing a dynamic shift, with second medical use claims emerging as a crucial battleground. These claims, which protect the use of a known medical substance or device for a new therapeutic application, are gaining traction, but not without controversy. KENFOX IP & Law Office provides you with the importance and contentious nature of second medical use claims in Southeast Asia, examining the varying approaches across the region. Second Medical Use Claims: What They Matter? Developing new drugs and therapies requires significant investment in research and development (R&D). Second medical use claims provide pharmaceutical companies with...

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