Supplemental drug patent protection in Vietnam
The Free Trade Agreement between the EU and Vietnam provides for a supplemental drug patent protection. Meanwhile, Vietnam has implemented this provision in the new IP law. However, the implementation mechanism is unlikely to satisfy foreign drug manufacturers.
Legal framework for imported cosmetic products in Vietnam
An article by our partner Dr. Jörg-Michael Scheil on the topic: "Legal framework for imported cosmetic products in Vietnam" will soon be published in issue 4/2022 of the Zeitschrift für Stoffrecht (ZStoffR).
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The protection of geographical indications for EU food products in Vietnam
Our partner Dr. Jörg-Michael Scheil has published an article on the topic of "The protection of geographical indications for EU food products in Vietnam“ in edition 5/2022 of the Zeitschrift für das gesamte Lebensmittelrecht (Journal of German food law).
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German-Nordic Lawyers Association (DNJV) with new managing director
SNB has been active in the German-Nordic Lawyers Association (DNJV) for many years and is increasingly involved in legal relations with Nordic and Baltic countries. We are therefore particularly pleased that our colleague Johannes Thies has now been elected as the new managing director of the DNJV.
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German-Finnish Business Forum in Hamburg
Thanks to the German-Finnish Chamber of Industry & Commerce for organizing a once more excellent conference in Hamburg touching some of the most pressing topics of these days (twin transition). We were glad sharing insights with experts, entrepreneurs and professionals from both Finland and Germany on the issues of digitalization and sustainability.
SNB repeatedly awarded as one of the best commercial law firms
In the current edition of the JUVE Handbook of Commercial Law Firms, SNB has once again been recognized as one of the leading commercial law firms for the region of Northern Germany as well as (nationwide) in the area of Energy Law/Regulation. We are very pleased and thank all those who recommended us and our services.
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HCMC: Vietnam business environment post-pandemic & supply chain crisis: Managing the disruptions
Faced with the loss of sales revenue related to different kinds of supply chain disruptions in Vietnam, companies need to be informed on the tax system and notably on the relief and exemptions available in Vietnam.
Tourism Law, framework for foreign-invested tourism business and consumer protection in Vietnam
Following the re-opening of the country for international tourists, Vietnam is an interesting market for the travel industry. Travellers can book through international providers or directly with local operators. In our latest newsletter, we explain the legal framework for tourism in Vietnam, and also address the permitted forms of activity for international travel operators.