Financial Support to Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) in Thailand for IP Development and Protection

The Office of Small and Medium Enterprises Promotion (OSMEP) of Thailand recently launched the Business Development Service Program (BDSP) for MSME.  The BDSP provides co-funding financial support to business development projects of MSME.  The support is between 50% to 80% of project costs of each eligible MSME, depending on their size (type) and subject to… Read More

News / 26 Jun 2026

Report on IP Filings and Registrations in Myanmar

In this report we provide an overview of the current IP legislations of Myanmar and report the statistics of the IP re-filings, applications and registrations in Myanmar from 2020 to May 2026 to keep our readers updated on the progress of IP protection in Myanmar. Trademarks The Trademark Law 2019 (TML2019) came into force in… Read More

News / 22 Jun 2026

Partner Promotion Announcement

We are proud to announce the promotion of our Senior Associate, Kulkanya Vorawanichar, to Partner at LawPlus Ltd. effective from 15th June 2026.

News / 19 Jun 2026

The DBD Requires Investment Confirmation Letter from Partnerships and Companies on Registration of Changes to Their Partners or Directors

The Department of Business Development (DBD) of the Ministry of Commerce of Thailand issued Order No. 1/2569 dated 16 March 2026 to require partners of registered partnerships and directors of companies to submit an investment confirmation letter with the DBD when they request registration of any change to the structure or authorization of their partners… Read More

News / 01 Apr 2026

Thailand Launches AI-Powered Trademark Search Tools: Our Assessment of Their Impacts on Professional Search Services

In February 2026, the Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) of Thailand introduced two new AI-driven tools, “AI Image Search” and “Trademark Checker,” to enhance its online trademark search and filing system.  These tools form part of the government’s broader policy to modernize public services through digital transformation.  They are designated to improve user experience and… Read More

News, Publication, Legal Brief, Article / 05 Mar 2026

Additional Corporate Income Tax Reduction for EV and Electrical Appliance Projects Promoted by the Board of Investment of Thailand (BOI)

In accordance with BOI Notification No. 6/2568 re: Investment Promotion Measures for the Use of Local Content in EV and Electrical Appliance Industries dated 22nd July 2025, additional tax incentives are available to manufacturers that use local contents for manufacturing of their products, subject to the terms and conditions listed below. Eligible Projects Conditions The… Read More

News, Publication, Legal Brief, Article / 20 Feb 2026