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Vietnam patents are one of the key subjects of intellectual property rights, playing a crucial role in promoting technological innovation and economic development. Under Vietnam’s 2025 legal framework, a patent must meet three fundamental conditions to be eligible for protection: (i) novelty, meaning it has not been publicly disclosed in any form before the filing…
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On February 6, 2025, the Ministry of Investment, Trade, and Industry of Malaysia (MITI) announced the initiation of an anti-dumping investigation on galvanized iron coils/sheets or galvanized steel coils/sheets imported from China, South Korea, and Vietnam. The investigation was initiated based on a petition filed by the domestic industry, represented by CSC Steel Sdn. Bhd….
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On January 7, 2025, the Vietnam Trade Remedies Authority issued Official Letter No. 14/PVTM-P2 regarding the issuance of an investigation questionnaire for domestic manufacturers and importers in case ER01.AD08. On September 3, 2019, the Ministry of Industry and Trade of Vietnam issued Decision No. 2703/QĐ-BCT to investigate the application of anti-dumping measures on certain cold-rolled…
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Feb
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Starting March 4, 2025, all aluminum and steel imports into the United States will be subject to a 25% tariff, according to a new decision signed by President Donald Trump. “We will impose a 25% tariff on all aluminum and steel imports, with no exceptions. This will encourage more businesses to manufacture in the USA,”…
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On January 31, 2025, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) issued the final determination of its review of normal values and export prices for oil country tubular goods (OCTG) from Vietnam, along with several other countries. On June 27, 2024, the CBSA announced the initiation of a review of normal values and export prices for…
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Feb
Feb
Recently, the Department of Foreign Trade (DFT) of Thailand issued a notice initiating the end-of-term review of anti-dumping duties imposed on cold-rolled carbon steel (Cold Reduced Carbon Steel in Coils and not in Coils) imported from Vietnam, China, and Taiwan. The investigated steel products are classified under the following HS codes: 7209.1500, 7209.1600, 7209.1700, 7209.1820,…
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Recently, China officially announced its decision to file a lawsuit against the United States at the World Trade Organization (WTO) after the administration of President Donald Trump imposed new tariffs on imports from Beijing. According to a statement from China’s Ministry of Commerce on February 2, 2025, the U.S. tariff measures are considered a “serious…
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Disciplinary actions are a legitimate tool for employers to maintain order and discipline in the workplace. However, this right must be exercised in compliance with the law to avoid legal risks and to protect the lawful rights of employees. In 2025, with the evolving legal environment in Vietnam, employers should take note of key aspects…
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Feb
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Workplace rules are essential tools for employers to manage and operate their businesses effectively while complying with the law. In Vietnam, establishing and implementing workplace rules not only ensures the rights and obligations of both employers and employees but also minimizes potential labor disputes. However, for workplace rules to be recognized and legally effective, employers…
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On January 17, 2025, a representative of Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade, authorized by the Government, signed a bilateral agreement with the United States regarding the imposition of anti-dumping duties on Vietnamese fish fillets with the U.S. Government’s representative, the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR). On January 8, 2018, Vietnam officially…
