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Japan and Thailand increase its GI registration indications, Japan increase its GI registration indications, Thailand increase its GI registration indications,
08 Oct

Japan and Thailand increase its GI registration indications

Japan and Thailand have expanded their Geographical Indication (GI) registrations in a mutual effort. Japan has sought GI protection for Tajima and Kagoshima beef in Thailand, while Thailand has successfully secured GI status for Doi Chaang and Doi Tung coffee in Japan. Both countries have recently announced the successful registration of these GIs. These successful registrations serve a dual purpose. They aim to promote the distinct identity and cultural significance of these products, benefiting local communities by generating income and [...]

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Geographical indication protection in China is not exclusively belonged to successful registration, Geographical indication protection in China , Geographical indication protection in China conflict with trademark registration,
05 Oct

Geographical indication protection in China is not exclusively belonged to successful registration

After a ruling cancelling the trademark “罗曼尼·康帝” (the Chinese phonetic translation of Romanée-Conti) in China, we could see that geographical indication protection in China is not exclusively belonged to successful registration. This lawsuit also highlights the division in legal application between the judicial system (Chinese courts) and the administrative system (CNIPA) regarding whether foreign GIs not registered in China are protected. This opens opportunities for the expansion of international businesses to China as they can have assurance on the protection of [...]

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Emirates Reprographic Rights Management Association is given Ad hoc observer status at the World Intellectual Property Organization, Emirates Reprographic Rights Management Association is given Ad hoc observer status , Emirates Reprographic Rights Management Association,
02 Oct

Emirates Reprographic Rights Management Association is given Ad hoc observer status at the World Intellectual Property Organization

The Emirates Reprographic Rights Management Association (ERRA) has been given Ad hoc observer status at the World Intellectual Property Organization. This is an incredible milestone for ERRA and a crystal demonstration for other organizations in the UAE and the region to follow. The Emirates Reprographic Rights Management Association (ERRA), a national non-profit organization in the UAE devoted to protecting the rights of writers and publishers, has accomplished an important milestone by being given Ad hoc observer status at the World [...]

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Advantages of patent registration through PCT instead of individual filing in each country, patent registration through PCT instead of individual filing in each country, Advantages of patent registration through PCT,
30 Sep

Advantages of patent registration through PCT instead of individual filing in each country

The PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) system is an international system for processing patent applications filed for foreign countries under the PCT Agreement. There are many great advantages when registering patent through PCT instead of traditional individual filing in each target countries. The full name of the PCT Agreement is the “Patent Cooperation Treaty,” and as of July 2023, it has 157 member countries. The PCT system allows for the filing of patent applications in multiple countries worldwide with just one [...]

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comprehensive Guide to Registering Plant Varieties in Vietnam, Guide to Registering Plant Varieties in Vietnam, Registering Plant Varieties in Vietnam,
28 Sep

A Comprehensive Guide to Registering Plant Varieties in Vietnam

Vietnam, with its rich agricultural heritage and diverse climate, offers an excellent environment for plant breeding and the development of new plant varieties. Registering a plant variety in Vietnam is essential for protecting the rights of breeders and ensuring the quality and diversity of the country’s agricultural products. In this article, we’ll walk you through the process of registering a plant variety in Vietnam, from the initial application to the granting of protection. Eligibility and Requirements Before diving into the registration [...]

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The Philippines: Intellectual property registrations decreased by 5.5% in H1
26 Sep

The Philippines: Intellectual property registrations decreased by 5.5% in H1

According to data from the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL), intellectual property filings decreased by 5.5 percent in the first half of the year, mostly because of fewer trademark applications. According to preliminary IPOPHL data, IP filings for patents, utility models (UM), industrial designs (ID), and trademarks decreased to 22,203 in the first six months of 2022, down from 23,494 in the same period in 2022. Trademark filings, which accounted for the majority of all IP applications, decreased by [...]

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Pharmaceutical Patent Term Extension in Taiwan: Simplified Examination Procedure
23 Sep

Pharmaceutical Patent Term Extension in Taiwan: Simplified Examination Procedure

The Amendments to Articles 4 and 10 of the Regulations Governing the Determination of Patent Term Extension (hereinafter, the “Regulations”), which were jointly issued by the Ministries of Economic Affairs, Health and Welfare (hereinafter, the “MOHW”), and Agriculture on June 28, 2023, went into effect on July 1, 2023. The following factors were taken into consideration when making these amendments: According to Article 4 of the current Regulations, when the patent authority (specifically, the Intellectual Property Office under the Ministry [...]

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Cambodia tightens trademark regulations with multiple-class and affidavit requirements
21 Sep

Cambodia tightens trademark regulations with multiple-class and affidavit requirements

Cambodia has tightened its trademark processes, restricting the filing of separate single-class applications for a mark that covers multiple classes and shortening the time for providing affidavits of use or non-use. The latter condition is particularly important for current registered trademark owners, since failure to comply may result in the withdrawal of the registered mark from Cambodia’s trademark registration.  On August 1, 2023, the Cambodian Ministry of Commerce stated that the Department of Intellectual Property Rights will from now on approve [...]

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China: Beijing Intellectual Property Court Changes the Filing Process for Trademark Administrative Litigation Proceedings
18 Sep

Beijing Intellectual Property Court Changes the Filing Process for Trademark Administrative Litigation Proceedings

The Beijing Intellectual Property Court has announced a new step to modify the filing processes for administrative litigation involving trademarks, particularly in situations involving trademark review of refusal cases. There are countless instances right now when the CNIPA (as the defendant) lost litigation as a result of circumstances. The CNIPA and the Court have both taken action to stop additional legal disputes brought on by such changes in circumstances. The Beijing Intellectual Property Court has now modified the filing [...]

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China's National Intellectual Property Administration Published Guidelines for Delayed Examination of Invention Patent Applications
16 Sep

China’s National Intellectual Property Administration Published Guidelines for Delayed Examination of Invention Patent Applications

The Guidelines for Delayed Examination of Invention Patent Applications were published on August 30, 2023, by China’s National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA). Delayed examination might have a number of advantages, such as postponing the payment of prosecution-related fees (such as legal fees) and perhaps enabling the development of claims for more comprehensive readings of products that are developed after the original submission of a patent application. Since China often does not permit extended chains of divisions like the United [...]

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