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In the context of increasingly globalized development, technology transfer has become an integral part of business activities, particularly for developing countries like Vietnam. Technology transfer contracts not only provide local enterprises with opportunities to access and apply advanced technologies but also serve as crucial mechanisms to enhance cooperation and economic development. However, the establishment and…
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Feb
Feb
According to statistics from the National Intellectual Property Office of Vietnam, ASL LAW has been in the Top 3 Vietnam IP Law Firm with the highest number of trademark applications filed in Vietnam in 2023 for clients. This achievement is the result of ASL LAW’s determination, diligence and continuous efforts in supporting Vietnamese and international clients in implementing their…
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Feb
Feb
(Published in Vietnam Law and Legal Forum magazine) Since its enactment in 2005, the Law on Intellectual Property of Vietnam (the Law) has undergone several amendments, with significant changes in 2009 and 2019. After that, several decrees were issued to guide the implementation of the Law. Most recently, the Government issued Decree 65/2023/ND-CP providing detailed…
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Dec
Dec
International Classification of Goods and Services for the Registration of Trademarks, is scheduled to undergo significant modifications that will come into effect on January 1, 2024. Maintained by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), this classification system plays a vital role in facilitating the registration of trademarks worldwide. Each of the 45 categories encompassing goods…
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Nov
Nov
The significant modifications to the Madrid System will impose new responsibilities on the trademark registration agencies of participating countries. These modifications are anticipated to be effective from November 1, 2023, and November 1, 2024, to enhance transparency and efficiency in the global trademark protection process and establish clearer timeframes in the trademark protection procedure. The…
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Oct
Oct
The Intellectual Property Law of Vietnam is an important legal framework that governs intellectual property rights in areas such as copyright, trademarks, and many other aspects related to creativity and innovation. In 2022, the Vietnam Intellectual Property Law underwent a series of notable amendments to adapt to the rapid development of technology and international integration,…
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Aug
Aug
Recently, the Cambodian Ministry of Commerce issued an official announcement regarding the stricter requirement for the submission of a certificate of statement of use or non-use of trademarks after registration. The certificate of statement of use must be submitted in the fifth year from the registration date to maintain the validity of registered trademarks in…
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Aug
Aug
The concept of well-known trademarks is relatively new and complex in Vietnam. Currently, the amended 2022 Intellectual Property Law does not provide specific criteria for determining a well-known trademark. Typically, a well-known trademark receives official recognition when, in a dispute, a court issues a ruling acknowledging one of the trademarks involved in the dispute as…
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Aug
Aug
To register an international trademark through the Madrid System, businesses need to prepare a comprehensive, detailed, and legally application dossier to avoid the waste of time, effort, and money that could result from having the international trademark application rejected or returned for further completion with missing documents. Prior Trademark Search Before Applying for International Trademark…
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Aug
Aug
Lawyer Pham Duy Khuong, Managing Partner of ASL LAW, is ranked by Legal500 as one of the Top 3 Vietnam Leading IP Individuals. ‘INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY: LOCAL FIRMS IN VIETNAM‘ is an annual ranking published by Legal500 with the aim of listing the leading legal consulting firms in Vietnam in the field of Intellectual Property, as…
