Streamlining Software Piracy Enforcement In Vietnam

Although there is limited detailed reporting on software piracy rates in Vietnam, the Business Software Alliance (BSA) continues to classify Vietnam as a high-risk market. Vietnam's law provides software owners the right to enforce their intellectual property through administrative, civil, and criminal actions. In our practice, the enforcement landscape heavily depends on the software owner's active participation, particularly in warning and negotiations. However, these efforts often encounter great challenges due to the unique nature of Vietnam's software copyright enforcement landscape.

In this article, we will highlight key insights into the challenges faced by the software compliance team in Vietnam and provide our suggestions to streamline the process.