Intellectual Property

More efficient trademark registration under the new Trademark Law revision.

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It has taken three readings over two years, but the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress has finally promulgated the long-awaited Trademark Law. Yao Di and Ding Xianjie look at the key changes and how they will affect brand owners

It has taken three readings over two years, but the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress has finally promulgated the long-awaited Trademark Law. Yao Di and Ding Xianjie look at the key changes and how they will affect brand owners

In 2000 China had 100 foreign R&D centres. That number now stands at 1600 and is set to increase. Foreign companies need to understand the IP challenges in operating a R&D centre

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O'Melveny & Myers

Chinese and foreign companies need to employ anti-counterfeiting strategies as actions against companies with registered intellectual property can be difficult

The Annual IP Report from the Supreme People's Court reveals how its stance on key issues is evolving. Owners of low quality patents may find it harder to enforce or defend their rights