The environment of M&A in Vietnam is undergoing a pivotal transformation driven by a wave of legal reforms, sectoral liberalization, and administrative restructuring. These developments reflect the country’s strategic push to attract high-quality foreign investment and modernize its legal and institutional frameworks. For both foreign and domestic stakeholders, understanding these changes is critical to seizing…
In the era of globalization and cross-border trade, protecting trademarks beyond Vietnam’s borders has become an essential strategy for businesses aiming to expand internationally. International trademark registration not only mitigates legal risks but also enhances brand reputation and value in target markets. Vietnam is a member of the Madrid System—a global mechanism that enables international…
In the face of increasing market competition, cost control pressures, and complex regulatory requirements, legal outsourcing in Vietnam has become a strategic solution for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Instead of maintaining a costly in-house legal team, businesses can now rely on professional Vietnam legal outsourcing services for efficient, reliable, and affordable legal support. Why…
As Vietnam deepens its integration into the global economy, its export products are increasingly subject to trade remedy measures—especially anti-dumping investigations launched by major markets such as the U.S., EU, India, and Brazil. Once under investigation, businesses face the risk of high duties and significant damage to market share and brand reputation abroad. Being prepared…
Amidst the dynamic growth of the creative economy and digital transformation, copyright registration in Vietnam has become increasingly important for individuals and organizations operating in culture, arts, technology, and media sectors.Although copyright is legally established once a work is created in a tangible form, official registration with a state authority remains a crucial step to…
Patents are strategic intellectual assets for businesses and inventors, especially in the fields of technology, engineering, and manufacturing. File patent in Vietnam not only grants exclusive commercial rights but also enhances investment appeal, facilitates technology transfer, and mitigates legal risks. However, the rejection rate of Vietnam patent remains high, often due to deficiencies in formality,…
In an increasingly competitive marketplace, trademarks have become one of the most valuable intangible assets for businesses. Registering a trademark not only protects the brand from infringement but also establishes a solid legal foundation for business operations and market expansion. However, the process of trademark registration in Vietnam can involve numerous challenges if businesses are…
On June 13, 2025, the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT) of Vietnam issued Decision No. 1686/QD-BCT to initiate an end-of-term review of the application of anti-dumping and countervailing measures on certain sugar products originating from Thailand (case code: ER01.AD13-AS01). This review is conducted in line with the regulations of the World Trade Organization (WTO)…
On June 7, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) announced its preliminary determination in the 19th administrative review (POR19) of the anti-dumping duty (ADD) order on frozen warmwater shrimp from Vietnam. The review covers exports to the U.S. during the period from February 1, 2023, to January 31, 2024. This preliminary determination carries significant…
As Vietnam increasingly integrates into the global supply chain and becomes an attractive destination for foreign direct investment (FDI), establishing a strategy for protecting intellectual property (IP) rights in Vietnam has become indispensable for international enterprises. From patents and trademarks to trade secrets, delays or mistakes in the registration and enforcement of IP rights in…
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