China’s Intellectual Property Protection Development
China’s journey in strengthening its intellectual property (IP) protection has been marked by significant progress and evolving...
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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,...
China Trademark Office clarifies classification of similar goods and services
In order to add more clarity to the cataloging of goods, the China Trademark Office published a document which explains the Chinese...
Collection of evidence is key in non-use trademark cancellation attacks
Foreign companies operating in China with registered trademarks must understand the rules and regulations involved in non-use...
Luxury brand Moncler wins trademark case in China
With counterfeiting and infringement being significant issues for foreign luxury brands, especially in China, companies in the industry...
Trademark registration in China is not enough – far reaching strategy is crucial
Proper trademark registration in China is crucial and it must be done correctly, in a comprehensive and timely manner. A trademark...
Search and Register a trademark in China
China is the second largest economy in the world, with a vast consumer base, making it an attractive destination for businesses seeking...
Chinese court issues severe sentence in Fonterra counterfeit case – sends a strong message
In an effort to protect the intellectual property of foreign companies operating in the country, the Chinese government has been acting...
China’s Trademark Office (TMO) implements full online system for opposition cases
In a significant move towards modernization and efficiency, China's Trademark Office (TMO) under the State Intellectual Property Office...
Foreign companies receiving data from China are subject of Chinese SCCs
In an effort to protect transfers of personal information from China to other countries, the Chinese Cyberspace Administration (CAC)...
China witnesses a substantial increase in the number of valid invention patents in 2023
In a rapidly evolving global landscape, intellectual property plays a pivotal role in fostering innovation and economic growth. The China...
Foreign language trademarks in China must be distinctive or risk legal complications
In recent years, China has become an increasingly attractive market for foreign companies seeking to expand their global footprint....
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