04 April

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Patent Amendments in Vietnam: Rights and Limitations for Applicants

The patent registration process in Vietnam, as in many other countries, may involve multiple stages of examination. Throughout this process, amendments to the patent application may become necessary to clarify, refine, or narrow the scope of protection. KENFOX IP & Law Office provides analyses of the rights and limitations regarding patent application amendments under Vietnamese law, while also drawing a comparison with a landmark case in India to help patent applicants in Vietnam understand the differences on this issue....

12 March

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Copyright in Vietnam: Enforcement Mechanisms & Practical Tips

Posted by Quyen Nguyen

in Copyright, Notable Articles, Vietnam

Vietnam's intellectual property (IP) enforcement landscape has undergone significant reforms over the past decades, aligning with international treaties like the WTO's TRIPS Agreement and recent trade agreements such as the EVFTA and CPTPP. Notwithstanding these progressive reforms, challenges persist in the effective enforcement of copyright protections in Vietnam....

11 February

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Does Trademark Registration In Vietnam Provide Immunity From Copyright Infringement?

Posted by Vu Thu Uyen

in Copyright, Notable Articles

Trademarks and copyrights – two concepts that may seem familiar, yet they harbor a wealth of legal complexities. Many mistakenly assume that obtaining a Trademark Registration Certificate grants them a “carte blanche” to use the logo without any further considerations. However, the reality is far from simple. In fact, it demonstrates that trademark registration and the issue of copyright infringement are two entirely distinct legal realms. KENFOX IP & Law Office analyzes the core differences, explores the points of intersection, and, in particular, elucidates why, even with a registered trademark, the potential for copyright infringement persists....

10 February

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Copyright Registration: Why is it a comprehensive legal tool for brand protection in Vietnam?

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A brand is a weapon for brand recognition, an invention is a key to open the door of technology. Everyone knows their importance. But copyright - a form of protection that is no less important, is often overlooked and underestimated. Many people mistakenly think that copyright is as natural as breathing, and registration is just a superfluous procedure. Although the law of many countries, including Vietnam, recognizes that copyright arises automatically from the moment a work is formed in a certain physical form, however, ignoring the legal value of the copyright registration procedure can lead to a significant decline in...

06 December

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

Posted by Vu Thu Uyen

in Notable Articles, Patent

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....

14 November

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

Posted by Vu Thu Uyen

in Notable Articles, Patent

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...

01 October

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Copyright Law in Vietnam: A Comprehensive Overview

Posted by Vu Thu Uyen

in Copyright, Notable Articles, Vietnam

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

Posted by Vu Thu Uyen

in Notable Articles, Patent

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....

23 September

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Industrial Design Law in Vietnam: A Comprehensive Overview

Posted by Quyen Nguyen

in Industrial Design, Notable Articles

Vietnam does not have a separate industrial design law. Vietnam’s legal framework for industrial design protection is integrated within its broader Law on Intellectual Property (IP Law), first enacted in 2005. Rather than having a standalone industrial design 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....

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...