A geographical indication (GI) is a sign used to indicate a product originating from a specific region, and the quality – reputation – characteristics of that product are determined by geographical conditions. This is a high-level form of intellectual property protection, stipulated in the Vietnamese Intellectual Property Law.
Many Vietnamese products have been protected by GI such as: Phu Quoc fish sauce, Luc Ngan lychee, Buon Ma Thuot coffee, Moc Chau tea, and recently Lam Dong coffee – contributing to raising the position of Vietnamese agricultural products in the international market.
⭐ Why is it necessary to register geographical indications?
✔️ Protect reputation & prevent counterfeiting
✔️ Increase commercial value (usually 10–40% higher)
✔️ Increase competitiveness when exporting to the EU, Japan, Korea…
✔️ Affirm regional brands & promote local tourism
⭐ Geographical indication services at Tran & Tran
With over 15 years of experience in the field of IP, Tran & Tran provides a full package of GI registration services, including:
🔹 Surveying production areas & collecting geographical data
🔹 Drafting scientific and legal documents (product descriptions, maps, geographically related characteristics)
🔹 Submitting documents & responding to appraisals at the National Office of IP
🔹 Supporting management, exploitation and use of GI after being granted
The above information is correct and in accordance with current regulations of the Vietnamese IP Law and guiding documents related to geographical indications.
🌿 Conclusion
Geographical indications not only protect the reputation of regional specialties but also open up great opportunities for commercialization, enhancing the value of Vietnamese agricultural products.
Tran & Tran is proud to accompany localities, cooperatives and enterprises in building, registering and developing geographical indications in a sustainable – professional – effective manner.
Tran & Tran Intellectual Property Company Limited
📍 Room 802, Talico Building, No. 22 Ho Giam Street, Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam Ward, Hanoi
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