Trademarks and Brands in Vietnam: Proper Distinction for Effective Registration

ASL LAW's guide to trademark distinctiveness in Vietnam

For foreign investors and entrepreneurs entering Vietnam, one of the most important steps in building a business presence is registering trademark in Vietnam and protecting brand identity. While trademarks and brands are often used interchangeably, the law in Vietnam makes a clear distinction between them. Understanding this difference is crucial to ensure effective registration and…

What Needs to Be Done to Register Software Copyright and Digital Content in Vietnam?

ASL LAW's software copyright registration guide for Vietnam

As Vietnam develops into a digital economy, the protection of software, applications, games, and other digital content has become a key concern for foreign investors and technology companies. Copyright registration provides legal certainty, helps prevent infringement, and ensures that creators retain control over how their works are used. Software Copyright Digital Content Copyright Legal Requirements…

Patent & Trademark Protection Strategies in Vietnam: Legalizing Creative Ideas

ASL LAW's guide to patent and trademark protection in Vietnam

Vietnam has rapidly become one of Asia’s fastest-growing innovation hubs. With the rise of technology startups, manufacturing giants, and foreign investment, protecting intellectual property (IP) is a critical step for companies entering the Vietnamese market. Patents and trademarks ensure that creative ideas, technologies, and brands are safeguarded from infringement and unauthorized use. Patent Protection Trademark…

Vietnam Extends Deadline for Submitting Questionnaire Responses in the Anti-Dumping Investigation on Clear Float Glass from Indonesia and Malaysia

ASL LAW's updated guide to Vietnam float glass anti-dumping case

The Trade Remedies Authority of Vietnam (Ministry of Industry and Trade) has announced an extension of the deadline for submitting questionnaire responses in the anti-dumping investigation concerning certain clear float glass products originating from the Republic of Indonesia and Malaysia (Case Code: AD22). Previously, on July 18, 2025, the Minister of Industry and Trade issued…

United States Issues Post-Preliminary Determination in Countervailing Duty Investigation on Molded Fiber Products from Vietnam

ASL LAW analysis of U.S. countervailing duty investigation on Vietnam molded fiber products.

The U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) has recently issued its post-preliminary determination in the countervailing duty (CVD) investigation on molded fiber products imported from Vietnam. According to initial information, the products under investigation fall under HS codes 4823.70.0020 and 4823.70.0040, along with certain related codes. The petitioners in the case are Genera, Tellus Products, LLC,…

Trade Remedies Authority Accepts Applications for Exemptions from Trade Remedy Measures in September 2025

ASL LAW's guide to trade remedy exemption applications Vietnam

The Trade Remedies Authority of Vietnam (under the Ministry of Industry and Trade) has recently issued Notice No. 136/TB-PVTM, officially announcing the acceptance of applications for exemptions from the application of trade remedy (TR) measures for 2025. This regulation is based on Circular No. 26/2025/TT-BCT dated May 15, 2025, particularly Articles 12, 13, and 17,…

New Regulations on Jurisdiction in Resolving Business, Commercial, Intellectual Property, and Bankruptcy Disputes in Vietnam

ASL LAW's guide to Vietnam's new jurisdiction regulations 2025

As of July 1, 2025, Vietnam’s court system will implement a significant reform in the allocation of judicial jurisdiction, particularly concerning disputes in business, commerce, intellectual property, and bankruptcy. This reform is an important step toward standardizing dispute resolution mechanisms, ensuring greater transparency and consistency in the application of the law. New Jurisdiction of Regional…

Vietnam Issues Sampling Questionnaire in Anti-Dumping Investigation on Ceramic Tiles from India (AD23)

ASL LAW's guide to Vietnam AD23 ceramic tile investigation

On August 18, 2025, the Ministry of Industry and Trade of Vietnam issued Decision No. 2333/QĐ-BCT to initiate an anti-dumping investigation on certain ceramic tile products originating from the Republic of India (case code: AD23). The scope, subject matter, and timeline of the investigation are detailed in Decision No. 2333/QĐ-BCT and the accompanying Notice. Pursuant…

Vietnam announces receipt of exemption applications from anti-dumping duties on galvanized steel from China and South Korea (Case AD19)

ASL LAW analysis of Vietnam Case AD19 galvanized steel anti-dumping investigation.

On August 14, 2025, the Ministry of Industry and Trade issued Decision No. 2310/QĐ-BCT on the imposition of official anti-dumping (AD) duties on certain galvanized steel products imported from the People’s Republic of China and the Republic of Korea (Case AD19). The list of galvanized steel products subject to official AD duties is classified under…

Vietnam announces receipt of requests for review of anti-dumping measures on painted flat-rolled steel from South Korea and China (Case AD04)

ASL LAW analysis of Vietnam Case AD04 painted flat-rolled steel anti-dumping review.

On October 24, 2024, the Ministry of Industry and Trade issued Decision No. 2822/QĐ-BCT on the final review results of the application of anti-dumping (AD) measures on certain alloyed or non-alloyed painted flat-rolled steel products originating from South Korea and China (Case AD04). This decision was made on the basis of a comprehensive assessment of…

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