How Long Does It Take to Register a Trademark in China?
David2024-09-17T01:53:14+00:00For businesses looking to protect their brand in China, understanding the timeline for trademark registration is crucial. A common question is, how long does it take to register trademark in China? The process can be time-consuming, and knowing what to expect can help you...
How to File Trademark in China: A Comprehensive Guide to Protecting Your Intellectual Property
David2024-09-17T01:52:46+00:00As businesses expand their reach into global markets, protecting intellectual property becomes increasingly critical. One of the most crucial steps in safeguarding your brand is to secure a trademark in China. Given China’s role as a global manufacturing hub and its vast consumer market, securing...
Procedure of Trademark Application in China: Guide to Protect IP in China
David2024-09-17T01:52:57+00:00Protecting intellectual property is a crucial step for any business entering the Chinese market. Understanding the procedure of trademark application in China is essential to secure your brand and ensure your products or services are recognized legally. This comprehensive guide outlines the steps involved in...
Recent Amendments to Intellectual Property Fees in China: A Detailed Overview
Galvin2024-08-26T04:58:31+00:00On August 6, 2024, the Chinese National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) introduced significant changes to intellectual property fees. These adjustments align with recent legislative amendments and the enforcement of various legal Notices, reflecting China's ongoing commitment to refining its intellectual property framework.
Patent Fees Amendments
One of...
WIPO’s PCT Yearly Review 2023: Insights into Global Patent Trends
Galvin2024-05-17T03:10:06+00:00The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) has recently unveiled its highly anticipated Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) Yearly Review for the year 2023, offering comprehensive insights into the evolving landscape of international patent applications. Each year, WIPO's PCT Yearly Review serves as a valuable resource, presenting easily...
CNIPA: Improve the Effectiveness and Quality of Intellectual Property Examination
Galvin2024-05-15T10:28:30+00:00On February 22, 2023, the National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) conducted its regularly scheduled press conference, highlighting the approaches the agency works to support the market and innovation-related subjects. In the press conference, CNIPA emphasized that it will keep enhancing the effectiveness and quality of intellectual...
China: The fifth amendment to the Trademark Law’s use requirements
Galvin2024-05-15T10:28:36+00:00The China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) has presented a draft amendment that might add to the pressure on trademark owners to provide evidence of use every five years in an effort to enhance China's Trademark Law. The draft for the fifth amendment to the Trademark...
Driving Economic Growth: China’s Patent Intensive Industries Show Resilience in 2022
Galvin2024-05-15T10:08:46+00:00The China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) recently unveiled its highly anticipated announcement, No. 562, presenting the Data of Added Value for National Patent Intensive Industries in 2022. This comprehensive report sheds light on the pivotal role of patent-intensive sectors in China's economic landscape and...
CNIPA and DPMA Extend Patent Prosecution Highway Pilot Program
Galvin2024-05-15T10:09:55+00:00In a significant move aimed at fostering collaboration in intellectual property (IP) matters, the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) and the German Patent and Trade Mark Office (DPMA) have jointly announced the extension of their Patent Prosecution Highway (PPH) pilot program. The extension, spanning...