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Copyright Law in Vietnam: A Comprehensive Overview

Vietnam does not have a separate copyright law. Vietnam’s legal framework for copyright protection is integrated within its broader Law on Intellectual Property (IP Law), first enacted in 2005. Rather than having a standalone copyright law, this comprehensive legislation governs various forms of IP, including patents, trademarks, industrial designs and copyrights. The IP Law has been amended 03 times to adapt to Vietnam’s evolving economic landscape and to align with international IP standards....

26 September

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Patent Law in Vietnam: A Comprehensive Overview

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Vietnam does not have a separate patent law. Vietnam’s legal framework for patent protection is integrated within its broader Law on Intellectual Property (IP Law), first enacted in 2005. Rather than having a standalone patent law, this comprehensive legislation governs various forms of IP, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and industrial designs. The IP Law has been amended 03 times to adapt to Vietnam’s evolving economic landscape and to align with international IP standards....

22 August

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Manufacturing for Export Only: Does it Constitute Trademark Infringement? – Rulings from China and Practices in Vietnam

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in Notable Articles, Trademark, Vietnam

The production of goods bearing trademarks that are identical or confusingly similar to those of others for export is a controversial issue in the field of intellectual property (IP). In both China and Vietnam, the production of goods bearing foreign trademarks for export under the OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) model has become prevalent in recent years. Foreign commissioning parties enter into processing contracts with domestic manufacturers to produce goods bearing their trademarks for export. However, in many cases, the trademarks affixed to the goods for export are identical or confusingly similar to a registered trademark in the domestic market. Whether...

20 August

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Handling Trademark Infringement in Vietnam: 8 Key Considerations

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in Notable Articles, Trademark, Vietnam

Even with a registered trademark and a favorable opinion from the Vietnam Intellectual Property Research Institute (VIPRI), winning a trademark infringement case is not guaranteed. IP disputes in Vietnam are becoming increasingly sophisticated and unpredictable, meaning there's always a risk of failure, even when the odds seem in your favor. To navigate this complexity, it's essential to develop a comprehensive IP protection and enforcement strategy that considers all potential risks. This approach helps minimize legal exposure and improves your chances of successfully combating IP infringement....

16 August

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Trademark Disputes with Trade Names: How to Resolve in Cambodia?

Posted by Vu Thu Uyen

in Cambodia, Notable Articles, Trademark

Trademark owners have reason to be concerned as they discover an increasing number of their trademarks being infringed upon in increasingly sophisticated ways in Cambodia. Many Chinese businesses, despite having registered trademarks, are facing the situation where their trademarks are being used as trade names by companies in Cambodia. When similar names appear in the market, registered trademarks gradually lose their distinctiveness, leading trademark owners to lose market share and potentially collapse after investing significant financial, human, creative, and time resources in marketing efforts....

15 August

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The Stolichnaya Vodka Lawsuit in Vietnam: What Intellectual Property Issues Should Be Considered?

Posted by Vu Thu Uyen

in IP Practice, Notable Articles

The Russian vodka brand, long considered a symbol of culture, quality, and luxury, is facing serious legal challenges globally, including in Vietnam. The decades-long dispute over intellectual property (IP) rights for famous vodka brands such as Stolichnaya has exposed pressing issues in brand protection in Vietnam, especially in the context of international economic integration. The recent lawsuit in the Hanoi People's Court between Spirits International B.V. (SPI) and FKP Sojuzplodoimport (FKP) has once again ignited heated debate over intellectual property rights, raising important questions about fundamental legal principles such as: the criteria for determining ownership of a trademark, the role of...

13 August

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Specialized IP Court: A “Revolution” in Resolving IP Disputes in Vietnam

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in IP Practice, Vietnam

[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_column_text] Download The significant increase in the number and complexity of intellectual property (IP) disputes in Vietnam, coupled with the limitations of current administrative and criminal measures, has necessitated the establishment of a specialized judiciary in Vietnam. The IP Court, expected to be established in the near future, will assume this crucial role, with jurisdiction over IP-related cases as stipulated in the Civil Procedure Code. The advent of the IP Court promises to revolutionize the way IP disputes are resolved, providing a more efficient, specialized, and predictable legal process for both domestic and foreign IP rights holders. Current IP landscape in Vietnam:...

12 August

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Nomination of Ms. Dao Thi Thuy Nga of KENFOX IP & Law Office for the “Innovator of the Year” Award

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Ms. Dao Thi Thuy Nga, Manager of Patent Department of KENFOX IP Law Office, is an exceptional candidate for the “Innovator of the Year” award under the “Women in Law Award”, based on her outstanding achievements, significant contributions, exceptional capabilities, and unwavering dedication in the field of intellectual property....

12 August

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“Special Counsel of the Year” Award Nomination: Ms. Hoang Thi Tuyet Hong, KENFOX IP & Law Office

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Ms. Hoang Thi Tuyet Hong, Manager of the Trademark Department at KENFOX IP & Law Office, is a strong candidate for the “Special Counsel of the Year” award under the “Women in Law Award”. This recognition is based on her outstanding achievements, exceptional capabilities, and unwavering dedication in the field of trademark consulting and representation, as well as intellectual property enforcement....