Vietnam’s Geographical Indication Registrations Surge, Protecting Agricultural Products and Boosting Exports to Japan
The number of geographical indication registrations in Vietnam has surged in recent years, with dozens of agricultural products successfully protected abroad. This has led to significant price increases of up to 25%. One such example is the family of Mr. Vu Van Men in Bac Giang, whose lychees have received geographical indication protection in the Japanese market. This has resulted in a 15-25% increase in the selling price of clean lychees.
To meet the criteria for geographical indication protection in Japan, Luc Ngan lychees must adhere to strict technical requirements from seedlings to harvesting and preservation. The Bac Giang Department of Industry and Trade estimates that exports of this product to Japan will increase from 201 tons in 2021 to 500 tons by 2024.
The National Office of Intellectual Property has seen a rapid increase in geographical indication registrations in Vietnam, with a focus on specific products through the development of geographical indications. Protecting intellectual property rights is crucial for Vietnamese businesses expanding abroad, but registering trademarks and geographical indications can be a complex and time-consuming process.
Vietnam has signed international treaties on intellectual property and cooperation projects with partners to support businesses in protecting their intellectual property rights in foreign markets. State management agencies are actively supporting businesses through seminars, training, and awareness-raising activities to build export strategies and develop product brands abroad.
The protection and enforcement of intellectual property rights are not only important for businesses but also for localities and industry associations in Vietnam. The role of Vietnam’s representative agencies abroad is crucial in providing timely information on market risks, policy changes, and intellectual property laws in foreign countries.
