Registering a trademark in the Philippines is crucial for businesses seeking to protect their brand in one of Southeast Asia’s most vibrant economies. As a member of ASEAN and the Madrid Protocol, the Philippines provides a reliable framework for trademark protection. This guide will walk you through the steps for Philippines trademark registration, from document…

Registering a trademark in Malaysia is an essential legal step for businesses seeking to protect their brand in a fast-growing market. Malaysia is a member of ASEAN and the Madrid Protocol, offering a robust framework for intellectual property protection. This guide outlines the steps for Malaysia trademark registration, including document requirements and the registration process….

Registering a trademark in Singapore is crucial for businesses seeking to protect their brand identity in one of Asia’s most dynamic economies. With Singapore’s reputation as a business hub, securing your intellectual property rights is essential. This guide provides detailed steps for Singapore trademark registration, covering required documents, the application process, and tips to ensure…

On October 30, 2024, the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) issued its final determination on injury in the antidumping/countervailing duty investigation concerning imported extruded aluminum. The United States has conducted antidumping and countervailing duty investigations on extruded aluminum products imported from China, Colombia, Ecuador, India, Indonesia, Italy, Malaysia, Mexico, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, the…

On October 24, 2024, the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) received a petition requesting an anti-dumping and countervailing duty investigation into hard capsule shells imported from Brazil, China, India, and Vietnam. The products under investigation are certain hard capsule shells, classified under HS codes 9602.00.1040 and 9602.00.5010, with case numbers A-552-847 and C-552-848. All four…

On October 17, 2024, the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) announced the initiation of an administrative review of the anti-dumping duty order on oil country tubular goods (OCTG) from Vietnam. The review period extends from September 1, 2023, to August 31, 2024, and is expected to include several Vietnamese companies that export OCTG to the…

On October 10, 2024, the Malaysian Ministry of Investment, Trade, and Industry (MITI) announced the initiation of an anti-dumping investigation on steel wire rods from China, Indonesia, and Vietnam. The investigation was initiated following the receipt of a valid petition from Malaysia’s domestic steel wire rod industry, represented by Southern Steel Berhad. The investigated products…

On October 3, 2024, the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) issued the final determination in the anti-dumping investigation of aluminum extrusions and aluminum products from Vietnam. On October 24, 2023, the DOC initiated the investigation following a petition by the U.S. domestic aluminum extrusion industry. The period of investigation for dumping covered April 1 to…

For businesses looking to expand into Cambodia, securing trademark protection is critical to ensure brand safety in a competitive market. Cambodia’s trademark registration process is governed by laws designed to prevent unfair competition and protect intellectual property (IP). This guide provides an overview of the procedure of trademark application in Cambodia, covering key steps, timelines,…

Registering a trademark in Cambodia is vital for businesses aiming to protect their brand in a growing market. Cambodia’s intellectual property system has made significant advancements, making trademark registration more accessible. This guide will walk you through the steps for Cambodia trademark registration, from required documents to the registration process. What Qualifies as a Trademark…