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In the latest ranking by WTR, ASL Law has the honor of having two lawyers recognized as leading trademark attorneys (lawyers) in Vietnam. WTR is a reputable international trademark magazine that establishes lists of prominent law firms in the field of intellectual property and leading individuals, along with numerous prestigious awards and rankings. Lawyer Pham…
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Feb
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The Madrid system of international trademark registration is administered by the International Bureau of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) of the United Nations in Geneva, Switzerland. As of the end of 2023, the Madrid System is comprised of 114 members from 130 countries, collectively known as the Madrid Alliance. These countries represent more than…
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Feb
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Technology transfer activities in Vietnam are increasingly becoming an indispensable part of the country’s socio-economic development process. This not only brings strong development opportunities for enterprises but also contributes to enhancing the comprehensive competitive capacity of the nation in the context of deepening international integration. However, in this process, understanding the rights and obligations of…
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Feb
Feb
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
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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
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(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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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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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
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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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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…
