Protecting your IPR in Vietnam – A Guide to VIPRI’s Services and Expertise

[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_column_text] Download To enforce rights over an industrial design, trademark, or patent in Vietnam, IPR holders must prove that there is an “infringing element” - specifically, whether the alleged infringer’s conduct is likely to cause consumer confusion regarding the origin of the goods or services. Given the technical nature of such assessments, Vietnamese enforcement authorities and IPR holders frequently rely on expert opinions issued by the National Institute of Intellectual Property (NIIP), formerly known as the Vietnam Intellectual Property Research Institute (VIPRI). These expert opinions serve as pivotal evidence in both administrative and judicial proceedings. Although non-binding, they carry substantial weight in...