U.S. Targets Vietnam Over Intellectual Property Concerns: New Tariffs Loom?

The Trump administration has initiated an investigation into Vietnam's intellectual property protection, which may result in new U.S. tariffs. This follows Vietnam being flagged as a priority by the USTR due to unresolved IP issues. Public comments on the investigation are open until July 2.


Devdiscourse News Desk | (Adds Details On Ustr Greer's Concerns And ​Plans For Public Comments From ​Second Paragraph) May 29 (Reuters) - The ‌Trump ​Administration On Friday Opened An Unfair Trade Practices Investigation Into Vietnam's Intellectual Property Protection Policies ‌And Enforcement That May Lead To New Tariffs Or Other Trade Measures | Updated: 30-05-2026 05:19 IST | Created: 30-05-2026 05:19 IST
U.S. Targets Vietnam Over Intellectual Property Concerns: New Tariffs Loom?
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The U.S. Trade Representative's office has launched an investigation into Vietnam's handling of intellectual property, citing ongoing issues with protection and enforcement.

The investigation, initiated under the Trump administration, could result in new tariffs or trade measures against Vietnam due to its persistent IP infringement concerns.

USTR has called for public comments on the investigation, highlighting the need for Vietnam to ensure effective and sustained IP enforcement to level the playing field for U.S. creators.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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