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Legal Balance and Confirmation Standards Amid Legal Transitions: An In-Depth Analysis of Two Judicial Interpretation Drafts Under the Trademark Law (PRC)

On 14 September 2026, the Supreme People’s Court of the People’s Republic of China officially released the Draft Provisions of the Supreme People’s Court on Several Issues Concerning the Application of Temporal Effectiveness to the Trademark Law of the People’s Republic of China and the Draft Provisions of the Supreme People’s Court on Several Issues […]
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Navigating Fair Competition: An Analysis of the Supreme People’s Court’s Nine Typical Anti-Unfair Competition Cases and Future Legal Trends

On September 9, the Supreme People’s Court (the Court) of China released nine typical anti-unfair competition cases under the theme “Unified Great Market, Fair Competition for the Future”. These rulings span traditional consumer sectors tied to public welfare alongside frontier domains like artificial intelligence, clean energy, and platform economies. The following overview examines these nine […]
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Recent updates on IP practices in Hong Kong

Recent updates on IP practices in Hong Kong

The Intellectual Property Department (IPD) of Hong Kong has announced that new Trade Marks, Patents, and Designs Forms will be used from 16 May 2025 onwards. Key Changes: The IPD has shared the draft versions of the new forms, please see https://www.ipd.gov.hk/en/home/whats-new/index_id_628.html for reference. The IPD has updated the chapter on “Absolute Grounds for Refusal […]
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Beijing Internet Court: A Landmark in China's Legal System for Cyber Disputes

Beijing Internet Court: A Landmark in China’s Legal System for Cyber Disputes

What is Beijing Internet Court ? The Beijing Internet Court, established in September 2018, is a specialized court in China that focuses on handling internet-related legal cases. It aims to provide efficient resolution of disputes arising from online activities, including e-commerce, intellectual property, and cybersecurity issues. Key features of the Beijing Internet Court include: Overall, […]
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China’s Copyright Registration of Books: A Comprehensive Overview

China’s Copyright Registration of Books: A Comprehensive Overview

In China, registering copyright is an important step for book writers and other creators for several reasons: 1. Legal Protection: 2. Deterrence Against Infringement: 3. Access to Remedies: 4. Credibility and Value: 5. Facilitation of Licensing and Transfers: Conclusion While copyright protection exists automatically upon the creation of a work in China, registration offers significant […]
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Enforcing copyright on YouTube

Enforcing copyright on YouTube

Choosing the right forum for copyright infringement enforcement is crucial for effectively protecting your intellectual property. Here are some key considerations and factors to take into account: 1. Jurisdiction: 2. Type of Forum: 3. Reputation and Precedents: 4. Public Relations: Choosing the right forum for copyright infringement involves a careful analysis of jurisdiction, legal frameworks, […]
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Navigating Parallel Imports: Simplified Strategies for Protecting Your Products

Navigating Parallel Imports: Simplified Strategies for Protecting Your Products

In Hong Kong, when goods are brought in from other places and sold outside of official channels, it is not considered a trademark violation. However, there are exceptions if the quality of these goods changes after being put on the market globally, affecting the brand’s image negatively. This can be a problem for exclusive distributors. […]
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