On 24 April 2025, Stephanie Tran, our IP Lawyer in Vietnam delivered an engaging speech on "Protecting Intellectual Property in Vietnam and Navigating Practical Challenges". The event, hosted by the Italian Chamber of Commerce (ICHAM), showcased Stephanie's compelling blend of legal expertise and practical, market-specific insights, offering valuable guidance to businesses operating in the region.

The insightful session not only provided businesses with practical strategies for protecting their intellectual property in Vietnam, but also reaffirmed the critical importance of proactive, locally informed strategies in today's evolving IP landscape.

Stephanie offered a comprehensive overview of the changing intellectual property landscape in Vietnam, emphasizing recent legislative reforms and their implications for businesses operating in the country. Drawing from real-world case studies, she demonstrated how organizations can effectively navigate these changes to strengthen the protection of their IP assets. Her presentation addressed key amendments to Vietnam's IP laws and outlined the enforcement challenges that may arise in practice. To mitigate these risks, Stephanie highlighted the importance of strategic actions, including timely registration of IP rights, establishing reliable partnerships with local distributors, and regularly monitoring official databases and e-commerce platforms to identify and address potential infringements.

Her insights garnered significant interest from attendees, culminating in a dynamic Q&A session where Stephanie shared further perspectives and practical experiences from her legal practice.

Source: FERRANTE IP Vietnam