Joint Liability Confirmed in Thai Patent Infringement Case

Facts Thailand - In January 2024, the Court of Appeal for Specialized Cases upheld a ruling that found two local pharmaceutical companies, Unisun and Medline, jointly liable for infringing H. Lundbeck A/S's patent for antidepressant escitalopram. The court confirmed the lower court's finding that the companies manufactured, sold, and distributed the drug in Thailand without authorization. The companies were ordered to pay Lundbeck 106,500 Danish Krone (approximately US$15,500) in damages, plus legal costs and court fees. The case began in June 2020, when Lundbeck initiated legal action against Unisun and Medline for allegedly manufacturing, selling, and distributing escitalopram in Thailand without authorization....

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Exploring Collaboration Opportunities in Intellectual Property: KENFOX and Sha Patent and Trademark Firm

[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_column_text] Today, 01 November 2024, KENFOX IP & Law Office has successfully arranged a Zoom meeting with a partner from Japan. Participating the meeting is Mr. Hakucho Sha, Co-founder Managing partner of Sha Patent and Trademark Firm and Mr. Quan, IP Manager and Ms. Hong and Ms. Nga, senior associates from KENFOX IP & Law Office in Vietnam. This online meeting facilitated a productive exchange of information between KENFOX IP & Law Office and Sha Patent and Trademark Firm. Both parties provided an overview of their respective firms, highlighting their strengths and expertise in intellectual property matters. KENFOX IP & Law Office, represented...

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Agreement on IP Protection & Regulatory Services between Toho Holdings (Japan) at KENFOX

A great coincidental meaningful day today, 10 October 2024 - Vietnamese Lawyers' Day, we are honored to welcome representatives from two Japanese companies to KENFOX's office. They not only shared their success stories in Japan, telling us about their company's history as the 4th largest pharmaceutical company in Japan, founded in 1948 with 8,500 employees and listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. More importantly, they seek KENFOX's support, assistance, and legal counsel in registering pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and functional foods, as well as protecting their intellectual property rights in Vietnam. We appreciate the trust our Japanese clients have placed in us and...

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Meeting and giving a lecture on IP Landscape in Southeast Asia at JETRO (Guangzhou Office)

Our firm, KENFOX IP & Law Office, had the honor of being invited by Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) (Guangzhou Office) to visit and give a lecture on the IP Landscape in Southeast Asia on 23 October 2024. In his presentation, Mr. Nguyen Vu Quan, a partner and IP Attorney at KENFOX, highlighted that Southeast Asia has rapidly emerged as one of the world's most dynamic and fastest-growing regions. Increasingly, investors from China, Korea, Japan, Europe, and the US are investing heavily in Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, and Myanmar. As a result, intellectual property protection has become a critical issue Earlier, on...

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Making a presentation on IP Landscape in Southeast Asia at Jiaquan IP in Guangzhou

Our firm, KENFOX IP & Law Office, had the honor of being invited by Jiaquan IP, one of the leading Chinese IP firms with 800 professionals and offices throughout China, to deliver a presentation on the IP Landscape in Southeast Asia on 24 October 2024. The presentation was attended by the officials from Guangdong International Economic and Trade Development Center (广东省国际经贸发展中心). Undoubtedly, Southeast Asia has rapidly emerged as one of the world's most dynamic and fastest-growing regions. Increasingly, investors from China, Korea, Japan, Europe, and the US are investing heavily in Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, and Myanmar. As a result, intellectual property...

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Giving a Lecture on IP Landscape in Southeast Asia at Shanghai International Studies University

Our firm, KENFOX IP & Law Office, had the honor of being invited by Shanghai International Studies University to give a lecture to law students and Chinese companies on the topic titled “IP Landscape in Southeast Asia: Strategies for businesses” on 18 October 2024. Professor Liu Haihong (刘海虹) praised the presentation's practical focus and its value to Chinese companies who are seeking opportunities in Southeast Asian countries, particularly in Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, and Myanmar. https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/dVGBixk3Q1u6-xkpdCBJHg Mr. Nguyen Vu Quan is a partner and IP Attorney at KENFOX with 20 years of practical experience in IPR disputes and infringement in Vietnam and other...

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Meeting with Shanghai IP Administration

[Pudong New Area Intellectual Property Administration] to visit and give a lecture on the IP Landscape in Southeast Asia on 17 October 2024. In his presentation, Mr. Nguyen Vu Quan, a partner and IP Attorney at KENFOX, highlighted that Southeast Asia has rapidly emerged as one of the world's most dynamic and fastest-growing regions. Increasingly, investors from China, Korea, Japan, Europe, and the US are investing heavily in Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, and Myanmar. As a result, intellectual property protection has become a critical issue...

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

[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_column_text] 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. Deep expertise and remarkable accomplishments Over a decade of experience: With over 10 years of experience in patent consulting and representation, Ms. Nga has demonstrated exceptional professional competence and a deep understanding of intellectual property law. Trusted partner of major corporations: Nga has been a reliable partner for many leading global...

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

[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_column_text] 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. 15 years of experience: With over 15 years of experience in the field of trademark consulting and protection, as well as intellectual property enforcement, Ms. Hong has demonstrated outstanding professional competence and the ability to effectively resolve complex...

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How Vietnam’s Decree 85/2021 is Reshaping the E-commerce Industry?

[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_column_text]Download Vietnam's e-commerce sector has witnessed explosive growth in recent years, surpassing expectations with remarkable momentum. This has unlocked a vast and promising market for foreign businesses, presenting an opportunity to reach millions of Vietnamese consumers and penetrate new market segments However, the landscape is shifting with the introduction of new regulations under Decree No. 85/2021/ND-CP, amending and supplementing Decree No. 52/2013/ND-CP. These new regulations have significant implications for the e-commerce operations of foreign businesses in Vietnam, necessitating adjustments to business strategies and compliance with the updated requirements. What’s new under Decree No. 85/2021? Decree 85/2021/ND-CP, amending Decree 52/2013/ND-CP on e-commerce, has significantly...

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