Hanoi, Feb. 2 -- Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has signed a decree to strengthen the enforcement of intellectual property (IP) rights, strict action against infringements under the principle of clear roles, tasks, timelines, responsibility, deliverables, and authority.

The move aims to promptly combat, curb, and minimise IP violations; safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of citizens and businesses; build a transparent and healthy business environment; spread the nation's image and prestige to advance rapid and sustainable development.

PM Chinh asked ministers, heads of ministerial-level and government-affiliated agencies, and chairpersons of the municipal and provincial People's Committees to step up the capacity, effectivene...