Trademark Registration in Vietnam 2025: New Process & Secrets to Success

Overview of Vietnam’s new trademark registration process and compliance requirements in 2025.

The year 2025 brings several important updates to Vietnam’s trademark registration process, including changes in application procedures, examination processes, and protection standards. To safeguard rights and avoid legal risks, businesses must stay informed of the latest regulations and ensure a thorough understanding of the registration steps. Why Register Trademark in Vietnam? Trademark registration not only…

Vietnam Initiates End-of-term Review of Anti-Dumping Measures on H-Beam Steel from Malaysia

Vietnam has launched a sunset review of anti-dumping duties on H-beam steel imported from Malaysia.

On May 28, 2025, the Trade Remedies Authority of Vietnam (TRAV) under the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT) announced the receipt of applications for the end-of-term review of the anti-dumping (AD) measure imposed on certain H-beam steel products originating from Malaysia. By the end of the application submission period, no requests for a end-of-term…

Top 5 fatal mistakes when protecting intellectual property in Vietnam

Failing to properly register intellectual property remains a common pitfall in Vietnam.

In Vietnam, many businesses invest heavily in branding, inventions, software, or designs, yet neglect or mishandle intellectual property (IP) protection. This oversight can result in lost rights, legal disputes, diminished market share, and significant financial damage. Mistake 1: Only Registering Trademarks After a Dispute Arises A common error is waiting to file a trademark application…

Technology transfer in Vietnam: New legal guidance, reducing investment risks

Technology transfer in Vietnam receives renewed legal attention in 2025.

Technology transfer in Vietnam is a promising investment activity in Vietnam, but it comes with various legal risks if businesses are not well-versed in the applicable regulations. From registration procedures and technology valuation to intellectual property rights, these legal aspects must be carefully addressed to avoid disputes and ensure investment security. Legal Framework for Technology…

Vietnam Excluded from South Africa’s Safeguard Measure on Corrosion-Resistant Steel Coil

Vietnam officially excluded from South Africa’s safeguard measure on corrosion-resistant steel coil.

The International Trade Administration Commission of South Africa (ITAC) has issued a notice on the imposition of a provisional safeguard measure on imports of corrosion-resistant steel coil into the Southern African Customs Union (SACU). Vietnam has been excluded from the application of the measure on the grounds that it qualifies as a developing country with…

Vietnam Rejects Price Undertaking in Anti-Dumping Investigation on Hot-Rolled Steel from India and China

Vietnam rejects price undertaking in hot-rolled steel dumping case.

On July 4, 2025, the Ministry of Industry and Trade of Vietnam issued Decision No. 1958/QD-BCT, rejecting the proposed price undertaking in the anti-dumping investigation on certain hot-rolled steel products originating from the Republic of India and the People’s Republic of China (case code AD20). According to the Decision, the undertaking submitted by the China…

Vietnam Imposes Official Anti-Dumping Duties on Hot-Rolled Steel from China, Terminates Investigation on Indian-Origin Products

Vietnam imposes anti-dumping duties on Chinese hot-rolled steel.

On July 4, 2025, the Ministry of Industry and Trade of Vietnam issued Decision No. 1959/QD-BCT on the imposition of official anti-dumping duties on certain hot-rolled steel products originating from the People’s Republic of China and the termination of the anti-dumping investigation on similar products originating from the Republic of India. Under this Decision, the…

Vietnam Announces Receipt of Request for Review of Anti-Dumping Measures on H-Beam Steel from China

Vietnam reviews anti-dumping measures on Chinese H-beam steel.

On August 21, 2017, the Minister of Industry and Trade of Vietnam issued Decision No. 3283/QD-BCT imposing official anti-dumping duties on certain H-beam steel products originating from the People’s Republic of China. Subsequently, on August 19, 2022, the Minister issued Decision No. 1640/QD-BCT on the final review results of the anti-dumping measures applied to the…

Vietnam Announces Receipt of Dossier for Final Review of Anti-Dumping Measures on Polyester Staple Fiber Products from India, Indonesia, Malaysia, and China

Vietnam reviews anti-dumping duties on polyester fiber.

On October 13, 2021, the Ministry of Industry and Trade issued Decision No. 2302/QĐ-BCT on the imposition of official anti-dumping duties on certain polyester staple fiber products originating from India, Indonesia, Malaysia, and China. This case is registered under code AD10. Pursuant to Clause 1, Article 52 of Decree No. 86/2025/NĐ-CP dated April 11, 2025,…

Vietnam’s Policy to Support International Intellectual Property Registration

Vietnam promotes international IP registration for businesses.

(Published in the Business Forum Magazine) Registering intellectual property (IP) internationally is not merely a shield to protect a brand, but also a gateway to genuine competitive advantage—provided that businesses adopt a well-planned strategy and are empowered by clear and effective support policies. This article summarizes the insights shared by Lawyer Pham Duy Khuong, Managing…

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