EnforcementSoutheast Asia
Vietnam has initiated a sweeping national campaign to combat intellectual property violations and online piracy, following a directive signed by Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung and ordered by Prime Minister Le Minh Hung. The enforcement effort, running until May 30, mobilizes multiple ministries and agencies to inv…
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
EnforcementGlobal
Washington urges tougher enforcement against intellectual property violations by smaller operators The United States has kept Thailand on its trade watch list for another year, urging stricter enforcement against online piracy platforms and targeting of more small-scale violators of intellectual property.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
CounterfeitingAfrica
South Africa’s Counterfeit Goods Act 37 of 1997 (CGA) has significantly enhanced the country’s legal framework to combat counterfeit goods. By consolidating and replacing earlier provisions from the Merchandise Marks Act and aligning with international trade agreements, the CGA provides trademark and copyright owners…
Friday, June 27, 2025
CounterfeitingGlobal
In a decisive move to protect intellectual property rights (IPR), Japan Customs has initiated a comprehensive crackdown on the importation of goods that infringe upon IPR. This enforcement action underscores the commitment to uphold IP protections and prevent counterfeit products from entering the Japanese market.
Monday, June 10, 2024