Distinguishing Trademarks, Trade Names, and Geographical Indications in Vietnam: What Businesses Need to Understand to Avoid Legal Pitfalls

Distinguishing trademarks trade names and geographical indications in Vietnam intellectual property law

In Vietnam’s rapidly developing market, confusion between trademarks, trade names, and geographical indications remains a common cause of legal disputes and brand vulnerability. Understanding how these intellectual property rights differ under Vietnam IP law is essential for businesses seeking to protect brand assets effectively and avoid costly compliance mistakes. Why Distinguishing Intellectual Property Rights in…

Assessing Patent Protection Eligibility in Vietnam Before Filing – Key Criteria to Know

Assessing patent protection eligibility in Vietnam key criteria for inventors and businesses

Before filing patent in Vietnam, businesses and inventors must carefully assess whether their invention meets the statutory requirements for patent protection. Conducting a structured evaluation of patent eligibility at an early stage helps reduce rejection risks, control costs, and align innovation strategies with Vietnam’s intellectual property framework. Why Patent Eligibility Assessment Matters in Vietnam Vietnam…

Common Mistakes Leading to the Rejection of International Trademark Applications Affecting Vietnam – How Can Applicants Prevent Them?

Common mistakes causing rejection of international trademark applications in Vietnam

International trademark registration covering Vietnam offers significant commercial advantages, but rejection risks remain high when applications are not properly structured or aligned with local examination standards. Understanding the most common mistakes leading to refusal, particularly under the Madrid System, is essential for businesses seeking effective and sustainable brand protection in Vietnam. Why International Trademark Applications…

Guide to Trademark Registration and Protection in the United States and Vietnam: From the USPTO to Appeals

Guide to Trademark Registration and Protection in the United States and Vietnam: From the USPTO to Appeals

For businesses expanding across borders, securing trademark protection in both the United States and Vietnam is a strategic necessity. While both jurisdictions recognize trademarks as key business assets, the registration systems, examination standards, and appeal mechanisms differ significantly. Understanding these differences enables companies to build a coherent brand protection strategy across the U.S. and Vietnam…

Vietnam decides to initiate a new exporter review in the case concerning the application of anti-circumvention measures against trade remedy measures on certain sugar products

Vietnam initiates new exporter review in sugar anti-circumvention case, Ministry of Industry and Trade investigation, trade remedy measures

On 1 August 2022, the Ministry of Industry and Trade issued Decision No. 1514/QD-BCT on the application of anti-circumvention measures against trade remedy measures on certain sugar products, under case code AC02.AD13-AS01. Subsequently, on 3 June 2025, the Trade Remedies Authority of Vietnam (TRAV) received an application for a new exporter review in the above-mentioned…

The United Kingdom announces the conclusion of the tariff rate quota review on rebar imports from Vietnam

UK announces conclusion of tariff rate quota review on rebar imports from Vietnam, UK-Vietnam steel trade, Department for Business and Trade decision

According to information from the Vietnamese Mission in Geneva, on 5 January 2026, the United Kingdom officially notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) of the final conclusions of its review of the tariff rate quota (TRQ) applied to rebar products originating in Vietnam. Overview of the United Kingdom’s safeguard review On 10 November 2025, the…

Canada Rejects Allegations by Domestic Steel Producers: No Export Monopoly Exists in Vietnam’s Flat-Rolled Steel Industry

Canada trade investigation Vietnam steel, flat-rolled steel export, monopoly allegations rejected, CBSA ruling, Vietnam steel industry defense

On 30 December 2025, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) issued its Statement of Reasons in relation to the final determination in the anti-dumping and countervailing investigations concerning imported steel strapping from several countries, in which Vietnam was investigated solely for anti-dumping. When initiating the anti-dumping investigation against Vietnam, based on the complainants’ allegations that…

Vietnam Extends Deadline for Submission of Questionnaire Responses in the Anti-Dumping Investigation on Sorbitol Imported from India, Indonesia, and China (Case No. ER01.AD14)

Vietnam deadline extension sorbitol, anti-dumping investigation questionnaire, ER01.AD14 case, MOIT extension, exporter response strategy

On 20 November 2025, the Minister of Industry and Trade issued Decision No. 3377/QĐ-BCT together with an official Notice on the initiation of an anti-dumping investigation into certain Sorbitol products originating in India, Indonesia, and China. The investigation is conducted under Case No. ER01.AD14 and is implemented in accordance with Vietnam’s trade remedy regulations, as…

Vietnam Announces Final Results of the Sunset Review of Anti-Dumping Measures on Cold-Rolled Steel Imported from China (Case No. ER01.AD08)

Vietnam sunset review results, cold-rolled steel China anti-dumping, ER01.AD08 case, final determination MOIT, trade defense outcome

On 26 December 2025, the Ministry of Industry and Trade of Vietnam issued Decision No. 3765/QĐ-BCT on the final results of the sunset review of the anti-dumping measures currently applied to certain cold-rolled (cold-pressed) steel products originating in the People’s Republic of China. Based on the review results, the Ministry of Industry and Trade decided…

Vietnam Accepts Applications for Exemption from Anti-Dumping Duties on Certain Cold-Rolled (Cold-Pressed) Steel Products Originating in China (Case No. ER01.AD08)

Vietnam anti-dumping duty exemption, cold-rolled steel application, ER01.AD08 exclusion process, MOIT exemption procedure, steel import waiver

On 26 December 2025, the Ministry of Industry and Trade issued Decision No. 3765/QĐ-BCT on the final results of the sunset review of the application of anti-dumping measures on certain cold-rolled (cold-pressed) steel products originating in the People’s Republic of China under Case No. ER01.AD08. Pursuant to this Decision, the anti-dumping measures continue to be…

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