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Defensive trademark registration in China may be limited in the future

In China, trademark infringement and squatting are a real challenge for many businesses. To prevent this situation, a common strategy...

Foreign brand owners in China should include Class 35 in their trademark portfolio

China recently issued several new regulations and guidelines to strengthen the protection of the intellectual property rights and improve...

Live streaming e-commerce in China presents challenges to IP protection

In China, the largest e-commerce market in the world, the live streaming e-commerce model has strongly boosted sales volumes and has...

Brand owners must have a comprehensive trademark protection strategy in China

When it comes to trademark protection in China, registration is imperative. It is the best way to protect a brand from squatters....

“Greenwashing” may be causing registration difficulties for green trademarks in China

In recent years, there has been a surge in demand for products that are sustainable and eco- friendly. This tendency is reflected in the...

Protecting your brand from “similar trademarks” in China can be a difficult job

For years, international brands registered in China had to deal with “similar” brands of local products, listed under a related but...

Important benefits of having a Copyright Certificate of Registration in China

While it is not mandatory to register copyright in China, there are key advantages to having a copyright certificate. Foreign companies...

Recording your trademark with Chinese Customs can help to protect your product

Foreign companies doing business in China should always register their trademarks under Chinese law. Foreign trademark filings aren't...

Improved trademark application process in China moves much faster

More than ever, it is imperative for foreign companies operating in the Chinese market to register their trademarks in the country. The...

Takedown actions can help companies fight against counterfeiting in China

The growing number of internet shoppers in China represents a business opportunity too good to pass for international companies. However,...