US launches trade probe into Vietnam’s intellectual property protections
The US has initiated a trade investigation into Vietnam's intellectual property protections, marking the third such inquiry under the Trump administration. This probe will examine Vietnam's policies regarding IP enforcement and their effects on US commerce. Vietnam has been designated a 'priority foreign country' due to significant IP-related concerns, and the investigation could lead to new tariffs on Vietnamese goods.
- ▪The US Trade Representative announced the investigation on May 29, 2026.
- ▪Vietnam has been identified as a 'priority foreign country' for IP issues for the first time in 13 years.
- ▪The investigation could result in new tariffs on Vietnamese goods as part of the US's trade strategy.
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US launches trade probe into Vietnam’s intellectual property protectionsSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxThe Vietnamese government ordered a month-long crackdown on piracy websites, counterfeit goods and trademark infringements in May.PHOTO: REUTERSPublished May 30, 2026, 08:31 AMUpdated May 30, 2026, 08:31 AMThe US has launched a third trade investigation into Vietnam’s handling of intellectual property rights, as the Trump administration turns up the pressure on the export-reliant nation.The Office of the US Trade Representative (USTR) announced on May 29 the probe will look into Vietnam’s acts and policies surrounding IP protection and enforcement and “assess their impact on US commerce”.US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer plans to consult with US President…
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