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USA Trademarks Update Puts South Korea and WIPO Strategy in Focus
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USA Trademarks Update Puts South Korea and WIPO Strategy in Focus

Practical trademarks context for IP teams tracking Trademarks, South Korea, WIPO.

IIPLA reviews the trademarks implications of Trademarks, South Korea, WIPO, with practical notes for USA IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.

Wednesday, September 30, 2026
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India Trademarks Update Puts Morocco Rises and Global Innovation Index Strategy in Focus
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India Trademarks Update Puts Morocco Rises and Global Innovation Index Strategy in Focus

Practical trademarks context for IP teams tracking Trademarks, Morocco Rises, Global Innovation Index.

IIPLA reviews the trademarks implications of Trademarks, Morocco Rises, Global Innovation Index, with practical notes for India IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.

Tuesday, September 29, 2026
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New IP Court Regulations in Thailand Challenge Bangkok’s Private Investigators Amid Ongoing US Watch List Status
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New IP Court Regulations in Thailand Challenge Bangkok’s Private Investigators Amid Ongoing US Watch List Status

Recent procedural changes at Thailand’s intellectual property court compel investigative firms to reduce operations while the country remains under US scrutiny for IP enforcement…

Thailand’s intellectual property court has introduced stricter rules that have significantly impacted specialist private investigators in Bangkok, forcing many to scale back their activities. These developments occur as Thailand continues to be monitored by the United States for intellectual property rights concerns,…

Tuesday, September 8, 2026
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Southeast Asia Trademarks Update Puts Video and Protecting Strategy in Focus
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Southeast Asia Trademarks Update Puts Video and Protecting Strategy in Focus

Practical trademarks context for IP teams tracking Trademarks, Video, Protecting.

IIPLA reviews the trademarks implications of Trademarks, Video, Protecting, with practical notes for Southeast Asia IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.

Friday, August 28, 2026
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Influence Media Backs Arabic Music IP Platform IPNation; Live Nation Expands Venue Holdings in Prague
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Influence Media Backs Arabic Music IP Platform IPNation; Live Nation Expands Venue Holdings in Prague

Strategic investments and acquisitions reshape music IP and live entertainment landscapes across MENA, Europe, and Asia-Pacific

Influence Media Partners has invested in IPNation, a pioneering platform focused on Arabic music and entertainment intellectual property in the Middle East and North Africa. Concurrently, Live Nation acquired majority stakes in three major Prague venues, while Singapore’s Triangle Group raised $15 million to expand li…

Friday, August 14, 2026
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USA Trademarks Update Puts Indonesia Destroys Fake Lacoste and Goods Worth Almost Strategy…
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USA Trademarks Update Puts Indonesia Destroys Fake Lacoste and Goods Worth Almost Strategy…

Practical trademarks context for IP teams tracking Trademarks, Indonesia Destroys Fake Lacoste, Goods Worth Almost.

IIPLA reviews the trademarks implications of Trademarks, Indonesia Destroys Fake Lacoste, Goods Worth Almost, with practical notes for USA IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.

Tuesday, June 23, 2026
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Philippine IP Office’s E-Commerce Pact Accelerates Removal of Counterfeit Online Listings
TrademarksSoutheast Asia

Philippine IP Office’s E-Commerce Pact Accelerates Removal of Counterfeit Online Listings

Five-year-old IPOPHL-led memorandum fosters swift takedown actions and regional cooperation against online counterfeiting

The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) reports that its E-Commerce Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), established in 2021 to combat online counterfeiting, has significantly improved enforcement efficiency and coordination among stakeholders. The initiative has led to faster removal of counterfeit…

Saturday, May 30, 2026
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Vietnam Launches Nationwide Campaign to Intensify Crackdown on Intellectual Property Violations
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Vietnam Launches Nationwide Campaign to Intensify Crackdown on Intellectual Property Violations

From May 7, 2026, Vietnamese authorities coordinate to dismantle copyright-infringing platforms and boost enforcement across sectors

Vietnam has initiated a comprehensive campaign targeting intellectual property (IP) infringements, focusing on online copyright violations, counterfeit goods, and industrial property rights. The Ministry of Industry and Trade and the Ministry of Finance are spearheading intensified inspections, with a goal to increase…

Friday, May 22, 2026
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Vietnam Advances Intellectual Property Protection with Legal Reforms and Enforcement Campaigns
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Vietnam Advances Intellectual Property Protection with Legal Reforms and Enforcement Campaigns

Comprehensive legislative updates and coordinated government actions underscore Vietnam’s commitment to combating IP violations and fostering innovation

Vietnam is intensifying its intellectual property protection through updated laws, stricter enforcement, and public awareness initiatives. Recent legal reforms clarify digital platform responsibilities and recognize IP as a commercial asset, while nationwide campaigns target counterfeit goods and online infringements.…

Tuesday, May 19, 2026
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Vietnam orders crackdown on IP violations after US trade warning
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Vietnam Intensifies IP Enforcement Following U.S. Priority Watch List Designation

Government aims for 20% rise in enforcement actions amid U.S. pressure and trade tensions

Vietnam has announced a nationwide crackdown on intellectual property violations, seeking a 20% increase in enforcement cases after being named a 'priority foreign country' by the U.S. Trade Representative. The initiative targets copyright, trademark, and counterfeiting offenses across multiple sectors, as the U.S. we…

Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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Hanoi orders 20% surge in IP enforcement cases in May after US warning
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Hanoi orders 20% surge in IP enforcement cases in May after US warning

Vietnam's market surveillance units under the trade ministry will intensify checks on counterfeit goods, with a focus on industrial property rights and trademark infringement. PHO…

Vietnam's market surveillance units under the trade ministry will intensify checks on counterfeit goods, with a focus on industrial property rights and trademark infringement. PHOTO: EPA [HO CHI MINH CITY] Hanoi has ordered a nationwide crackdown on intellectual property (IP) violations in May, mandating at least a 20…

Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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India Remains on U.S. Priority Watch List Over Intellectual Property Concerns
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India Remains on U.S. Priority Watch List Over Intellectual Property Concerns

WASHINGTON — The United States has again placed India on its Priority Watch List for intellectual property concerns, citing persistent enforcement gaps, patent delays and long-run…

WASHINGTON — The United States has again placed India on its Priority Watch List for intellectual property concerns, citing persistent enforcement gaps, patent delays and long-running disputes over protections for pharmaceutical and digital products. The designation was included in the 2026 Special 301 Report released…

Friday, May 1, 2026
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USTR Releases 2026 Special 301 Report on Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement
TrademarksGlobal

USTR Releases 2026 Special 301 Report on Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement

April Ambassador Greer Issues Statement on Preferential Duty Access for Whiskey Produced in the United Kingdom USTR Releases 2026 Special 301 Report on Intellectual Property Prote…

April Ambassador Greer Issues Statement on Preferential Duty Access for Whiskey Produced in the United Kingdom USTR Releases 2026 Special 301 Report on Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement USTR Seeks Public Comment on the Modernization of the African Growth and Opportunity Act Public Hearings Regarding Sec…

Friday, May 1, 2026
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India on US priority watch list for IP rights; Vietnam named top offender
TrademarksGlobal

India on US priority watch list for IP rights; Vietnam named top offender

Vietnam has been designated as a Priority Foreign Country, the most serious classification, and could face a potential US investigation under Section 301.

Vietnam has been designated as a Priority Foreign Country, the most serious classification, and could face a potential US investigation under Section 301. India, along with China, Russia and three other countries, has been placed on the US priority watch list in the 2026 Special 301 report over concerns on intellectua…

Friday, May 1, 2026
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2026 U.S. Chamber International IP Index Highlights Diverging Global Trends in Intellectual Property Protection
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2026 U.S. Chamber International IP Index Highlights Diverging Global Trends in Intellectual Property Protection

Emerging economies strengthen IP frameworks as traditional leaders show signs of weakening, signaling a pivotal shift in global innovation dynamics

The 2026 U.S. Chamber International IP Index reveals a critical transformation in global intellectual property protection. While several advanced economies, including eight EU member states and the United States, have weakened their IP frameworks, emerging and middle-income countries such as the UAE, Ecuador, Malaysia…

Friday, March 13, 2026
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Skrine Addresses Cost Challenges and Enhances Client Service Amid Malaysia’s Evolving IP Environment
TrademarksSoutheast Asia

Skrine Addresses Cost Challenges and Enhances Client Service Amid Malaysia’s Evolving IP Environment

Malaysian law firm Skrine focuses on overcoming cost barriers and delivering superior client service to support businesses navigating intellectual property complexities

Skrine, a leading Malaysian law firm, highlights the persistent cost challenges faced by local businesses in managing intellectual property rights. The firm emphasizes the importance of exceptional client service as a key differentiator in Malaysia’s shifting IP landscape, offering strategic guidance across trademark,…

Thursday, April 10, 2025
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