China Strengthens Trademark Law Enforcement: Key Updates for Brand Protection
China has recently enhanced its enforcement measures under the Trademark Law, introducing stricter regulations and penalties to bolster...
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China’s Latest Patent Law Amendments
China recently introduced amendments to its Patent Law to strengthen intellectual property (IP) protections, enhance innovation, and...
China Trademark Law: Key Changes and Their Impact on Rights Holders
China recently implemented significant updates to its Trademark Law, aimed at improving the protection of intellectual property (IP) and...
Exploring Routes for Design and Trademark Protection in China
China's significant consumer market attracts many international brands, making it crucial for businesses to secure design and trademark...
Navigating the Complexities of Trademark Law and Cultural Heritage in China
The relationship between trademark law and cultural heritage in China is a nuanced one, where the commercial protection of brand...
Effective Strategies for Negotiating China Licensing Agreements
Our legal team has seen a rise in foreign companies seeking to license their brands, concepts, or technologies in China. This approach...
Procedures for Handling Trademark Infringement in China
As economic integration accelerates, trademark infringement has become a growing concern for businesses aiming to protect their...
Challenges in Classifying Goods and Services for Chinese Trademark Registration
Similar to many other countries, Chinese trademark registration can be completed through two main methods: Registering an international...
Trademark Infringement in China: Considerations for Brand Owners Before Pursuing Legal Action in China
When facing trademark infringement in China, brand owners must be well-informed about trademark enforcement and have a robust strategy...
Intellectual Property Disputes in China: Trademark Infringement and Export Manufacturing
In recent years, the intersection of intellectual property law and international trade has become increasingly complex, particularly when...
China’s Intellectual Property Protection Development
China’s journey in strengthening its intellectual property (IP) protection has been marked by significant progress and evolving...
Three-Dimensional Trademarks in China
Three-dimensional trademarks have become increasingly significant as a means for companies to distinguish their brands with unique shapes...
Register a trademark in China
Foreign companies looking to operate and expand their business in China must register their trademarks. Proper trademark registration is...
How to start a business in China as a foreigner
Navigating the intricate incorporation process in China may seem a complicated maze of regulatory, legal, and cultural obstacles. Many...
Trademark Registration in China
Registering a trademark is a critical first step to protecting a brand. China is one of the world's largest markets, with a rapidly...
Trademark monitoring can prevent infringement and unauthorized brand usage
Registering a trademark in China is a critical first step to protect a brand. China is one of the world's largest markets, with a rapidly...
Foreign companies should pay attention to non-use trademark cancellation
Registering a trademark in China alone is not enough. Foreign companies operating in the country, who own registered trademarks, must...
Trademarks’ similarities may lead to refusal of registration applications
About half of the trademark registration applications are refused annually by the China National Intellectual Property Administration...
Geographical names may not be registered as part of a trademark in China
Many international companies include their place of origin in their trademarks, as a way to indicate the source and quality of the...
Companies facing provisional refusal for trademark registration can act to reverse it
Foreign companies operating in China have always had difficulty protecting their brands and intellectual property. In recent years,...
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