What are the reasons for which a registration can be canceled in Vietnam?

Registration can be canceled for the following reasons:

• Ownership rights issues


• Copyright infringement


• The mark is too generic


• The mark is merely descriptive


• The mark serves a functional purpose


• The mark lacks distinctiveness


• The mark is misleading, deceptive, or offensive


• The mark is widely recognized or famous


• Protection of national flags, emblems, and other state symbols


• Misrepresentation of the mark's owner


• The mark includes a geographical indication


• Conflicts with trade names


• Conflicts with registered design rights


• The mark violates public policy or moral standards