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

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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[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....

07 August

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From China to Vietnam: Can Unfair Competition Law Be Used to Address Trademark Squatting?

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in Notable Articles, Trademark, Vietnam

In China and Vietnam, the legal landscape for trademark protection is undergoing significant transformations. For years, rights holders have struggled to combat the widespread practice of trademark squatting, where bad-faith actors exploit the "first-to-file" principle to register and hoard trademarks, unfairly profiting from the efforts of legitimate owners. However, recent court rulings, such as Bayer v. Li Qing and Emerson v. Hemeiquan, have begun to shift the landscape, interpreting unfair competition laws more broadly. These decisions have created new legal tools that empower brand owners to protect their IP rights. These changes in the legal system are reshaping how businesses...

07 August

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The Madrid System and its Potential Risks: A 4-Year Battle to Reclaim a Trademark from the Brink of Failure in Cambodia

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in Cambodia, Notable Articles, Trademark

Download Two refusals of protection appeared to have ended the effort to register the trademark "CrossLeader" when the International Trademark Registration of DOUBLESTAR GROUP CO., LTD., a Chinese state-owned listed tire company, under the Madrid System designating protection in Cambodia was continuously refused. However, with perseverance and a sharp legal strategy, KENFOX IP & Law Office helped DOUBLESTAR reverse the decision, securing the company's investments in Cambodia. The final victory not only stands as a testament to DOUBLESTAR's perseverance but also offers valuable lessons, serving as a guide for other businesses seeking effective legal strategies to protect their trademarks under the Madrid...