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In today’s innovation-driven economy, businesses seeking global growth must secure patent protection beyond their home jurisdictions. A well-structured PCT patent application strategy for international market expansion enables applicants to streamline multi-country filings, manage costs efficiently, and preserve strategic flexibility while assessing commercial opportunities. The Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) system, administered by the World Intellectual Property…
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Jun
Jun
Intellectual property (IP) protection continues to evolve rapidly across Southeast Asia as governments align domestic regulations with international commitments and digital economy demands. With Vietnam implementing significant legislative changes in recent years and ASEAN member states strengthening regional cooperation, businesses must understand how Vietnam’s IP framework compares with other ASEAN jurisdictions. This article provides an…
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May
May
As Vietnamese enterprises expand into global markets, trademark protection becomes a critical strategic asset. However, international registration requires careful financial planning and timeline management. Understanding international trademark application costs for Vietnamese businesses and the expected examination periods in major jurisdictions helps companies allocate budgets efficiently and avoid unexpected delays. International Trademark Application Costs for Vietnamese…
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May
May
Vietnam has become an increasingly attractive destination for foreign investment and brand expansion. As international companies enter this dynamic market, securing trademark protection is a critical legal and commercial priority. This guide to registering international trademarks in Vietnam via Madrid Protocol provides a detailed overview of procedures, timelines, and compliance requirements for foreign businesses seeking…
13
Feb
Feb
On 30 January 2026, the Ministry of Industry and Trade issued Decision No. 228/QD-BCT on the imposition of provisional anti-dumping duties on certain clear float glass products originating from Indonesia and Malaysia. The products subject to the provisional anti-dumping duty are clear float glass; not wired; not coated with an absorption or reflective layer; not…
11
Feb
Feb
On 21 January 2026, the Ministry of Industry and Trade issued Decision No. 150/QD-BCT initiating the first review of the anti-dumping measures currently imposed on certain prestressed steel products originating from Malaysia, Thailand and China. Detailed information on the product scope, review content, and implementation timeline is provided in Decision No. 150/QD-BCT and the accompanying…
09
Feb
Feb
On 13 January 2026, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, in its capacity as depositary, officially notified that Vietnam had deposited its Instrument of Accession to the 1961 Hague Convention Abolishing the Requirement of Legalisation for Foreign Public Documents (the Apostille Convention) on 31 December 2025. In accordance with the…
05
Feb
Feb
The Trade Remedies Authority of Vietnam (TRAV) under the Ministry of Industry and Trade has reported that it has received information regarding the issuance by the United States Department of Commerce (DOC) of a preliminary determination in the countervailing duty investigation concerning plywood and decorative wood products imported from Vietnam. The key aspects of the…
05
Feb
Feb
On 2 February 2026, the Trade Remedies Authority of Vietnam received information from the Vietnam Trade Office in the Philippines that the Philippine Tariff Commission had officially announced the termination of the safeguard investigation and the decision not to apply safeguard measures to imported corrugated paperboard products entering the Philippines. This decision was made on…
03
Feb
Feb
On 30 January 2026, the Ministry of Industry and Trade issued Decision No. 228/QD-BCT on the imposition of provisional anti-dumping duties on certain imported clear float glass products originating from the Republic of Indonesia and Malaysia. Pursuant to this Decision, the provisional anti-dumping duty rates applied to the investigated products range from 15.17% to 63.39%….
