South-East Asia IP SME Helpdesk
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The Helpdesk enables EU SMEs to manage Intellectual Property in South-East Asia, with free consultations, practical seminars, and online resources.
Europe and South East Asia
Joined March 2013
✨ 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐋𝐮𝐧𝐚𝐫 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔! ✨ Wishing you a joyful and prosperous Lunar New Year 2026 from all of us at the South-East Asia IP SME Helpdesk. May the year ahead bring you good health, happiness, success, and new opportunities! #SEAHelpdesk
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🔔 UKIPO Practice Amendment Notice 1/25 (effective 27 June 2025) increases scrutiny of overly broad trademark applications, allowing bad-faith objections where genuine intent to use is lacking, promoting a fairer and more accurate registry. ➡️ https://t.co/C6C3wMp6iw
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🔐 The AEC allows free movement of goods, but lacks regional IP rights. Businesses must register IP separately in each country and rely on national laws, as goods can circulate freely after one customs entry. ➡️ https://t.co/a4lLC2xOGk
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🎙️ From policy to practice: IP in the Philippines through the eyes of an expert Meet Michele Elio De Tullio, an Italian IP lawyer & TM attorney with 30+ yrs’ experience, supporting EUSMEs in protecting & enforcing IP across SEA, particularly in the PH. ➡️ https://t.co/npuEhwFZtk
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🔔 WIPO-VN cooperation has strengthened VN’s IP ecosystem through digitisation, training & IP strategies, improving innovation performance. Ongoing support via international IP systems & capacity building aims to turn innovation into concrete outcomes. ➡️ https://t.co/18dnwuutQK
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🔐 Domain name registration rules in SEA vary from open access to requiring local presence. Unrestricted TLDs risk 3rd parties registering company names or TMs, leading to online threats: counterfeiting, phishing, false affiliation & traffic diversion. ➡️ https://t.co/Xd4xhL5LfG
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🚨 Did you know that your domain name is a key business asset and plays a pivotal role in the IP strategy? This new infographic highlights what EU SMEs should do to protect domain names, as part of their broader IP protection efforts in SEA. ➡️ https://t.co/fLHWTvcV7f
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🔔 AI-generated knitting and crochet patterns are widespread but often inaccurate or unworkable, creating problems for fiber artists. This highlights AI’s limits in craft expertise and the importance of buying patterns carefully from trusted sellers. ➡️ https://t.co/ofx6KLoGON
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🔐 In South-East Asia, starting ADR for IP disputes requires all parties’ consent, unlike court or administrative actions. Consent may be agreed in advance through contracts or later via a submission agreement once a dispute arises. ➡️ https://t.co/4OXoutsq7U
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🎙️ From policy to practice: IP in Vietnam through the eyes of a local expert Son Doan, an IP expert in Vietnam with 24 years’ experience, supports MNCs and EU SMEs, emphasising early registration and proactive enforcement for effective IP protection. ➡️ https://t.co/EnDaPt0M2q
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🔔 The Vietnam Licensing Expo 2025 in HCMC brought together 100+ creative industry players, featuring brands like Pokémon and Harry Potter. The event highlighted Vietnam’s growing IP-focused creative ecosystem and potential opportunities for EU SMEs. ➡️ https://t.co/x8TFuSwbSq
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🔐 Administrative actions resolve IP disputes through executive authorities rather than courts. In South-East Asia, they are available in some countries, including Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam. ➡️ https://t.co/ZxoJK3eQvi
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🎙️ From policy to practice: IP in Thailand through the eyes of a local expert Meet Franck Fougere, Founder of Ananda IP in Thailand, highlights SEA’s strong IP frameworks and strategic value for European companies & SMEs expanding through innovation. ➡️ https://t.co/qeY3cYjVUO
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🔐 What are your Enforcement options in SEA? 1️⃣Negotiation, Mediation and Arbitration (voluntary remedy) 2️⃣ Choice of four enforcement avenues: Administrative Actions, Civil Litigation, Criminal Prosecution, Customs Seizures ➡️ https://t.co/MWvRT4ZeCx
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🚨 New infographic highlights the top 5 IP mistakes EU SMEs make in SEA, incl. misunderstanding regional IP rules and delaying trademark filings. It helps businesses spot risks early and take informed steps to better protect their IP in the region. ➡️ https://t.co/scHWUR0SML
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🔔 “Happy Birthday” is now in the public domain. After a 2015 lawsuit, a U.S. court ruled Warner/Chappell did not own the lyrics, leading to dismissal of its claim and a USD 14 million refund of past licensing fees. ➡️ https://t.co/dwq6Zm55RR
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🔐 Businesses in SEA must protect against IP infringement by effectively gathering valid evidence. Proper evidence is crucial for enforcing IPRs and allocating resources to document infringement can prevent significant financial and operational damage. ➡️ https://t.co/LJ3IjKVYcq
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🚨 New infographic on TM registration in SEA highlights common refusal grounds, incl. lack of distinctiveness, descriptiveness, conflicts with prior rights and public policy issues. It helps businesses identify risks early and strengthen TM strategies. ➡️ https://t.co/3QjqdcWtAc
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🔔 Chelsea’s Cole Palmer trademarked his “Cold Palmer” celebration pose, including wine goods. Like other football stars, personal expressions can be valuable trademarks, underscoring the importance of protecting unique identity elements. ➡️ https://t.co/itDlAX9h7q
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🔔 As the year ends, it’s an ideal time to review your IP strategy. Ensure your intangible assets are protected, secure IP for new products or branding, and develop a fresh roadmap. SEA offers growth opportunities, and expert IP support is available. ➡️ https://t.co/ltpl9ViiF8
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