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Patents
Dentons combines with PSJ Law
16 February 2024“This important combination enables us to meet our clients’ evolving and complex needs in the Philippines, across ASEAN and around the world,” said Elliott Portnoy, global CEO of Dentons.
Delhi High Court demystifies law on product-by-process claims
16 February 2024Key findings from India’s first litigation elaborating on product-by-process patent
China introduces pharmaceutical patent term compensation system
16 February 2024“The calculation of pharmaceutical patent term compensation below is crucial for the stakeholders in the pharmaceutical sector,” said Ming Liu.
Of potato chips and PepsiCo: Peeling the layers of issues involved
16 February 2024The case in India includes issues on incorrect information and farmers’ rights
The Scheme of the Patents Act and Rules obligates the Hearing Officer to pass orders within a reason...
31 January 2024In a slew of matters, the Delhi High Court (DHC) emphasized the need to adhere to the principle of natural justice. So far, the cases which have been decided and remanded back to the Indian Patent Office (IPO) by court were based on non-reasoned orde...
Myanmar’s IP Experts 2023
30 November 2023Eight years ago, in 2015, Asia IP visited Yangon, the commercial centre of Myanmar, for the first time, in search of Myanmar’s long-promised (and longer-awaited) suite of intellectual property laws.
Laos’ IP Experts 2023
30 November 2023The government of Laos convened its first Ministerial Conference on Blockchain 4.0 Digital Transformation in Vientiane in May 2023, its first step in advancing the country’s digital transformation through digital technology.
Cambodia’s IP Experts 2023
30 November 2023Government officials in Cambodia have been working hard to improve the country’s intellectual property regime.
India’s IP Experts 2023
30 November 2023Intellectual property filings in India continue to soar, accounting for the sixth-largest number of patent applications globally.
Philippines, Brunei partner for patent service
06 February 2024“This demonstrates increased confidence in the effectiveness of our processes and our tried-and-true expertise in emerging technologies,” said IPOPHL Director General Rowel S. Barba.
ENZAFruit wins infringement case against local grower in China
06 February 2024The victory also boosts confidence in the agrifood industry in China and its ability to address infringement cases related to produce.
South Korean city set to destroy BTS sculpture over IP rights
05 February 2024This decision is believed to be a response to a growing conflict over IP rights started by HYBE, the entertainment company managing the globally acclaimed K-pop group BTS.
IPOPHL collaborates with investors to enhance PH rank in Global Innovation Index
31 January 2024IPOPHL pledges to offer, among other advanced training initiatives, the support for investors for a more seamless and convenient IP application experience.
UAE launches two new IP initiatives
29 January 2024The “intangible assets finance committee” and the “patent incubator” encourage creativity and the expansion of SMEs.
Phuket’s famous lobster to get GI status soon
29 January 2024The seven-colour lobster found in Phuket is distinguished by its huge head and body, thick, colorful shell and powerful antennae.