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Shailyamanyu Singh joins Anand and Anand as a partner designate

Shailyamanyu Singh joins Anand and Anand as a partner designate

06 November 2023

Former P&G, Dyson in-house counsel will join firm’s IP and corporate practice.

2023 Asia IP Awards winners crowned in Singapore

2023 Asia IP Awards winners crowned in Singapore

02 November 2023

Fifty-three firms from 24 Asia-Pacific jurisdictions took home trophies at the 14th annual Asia IP Awards, held November 2 at CHIJMES in Singapore.

China Strategies Guide 2023

China Strategies Guide 2023

31 August 2023

Protecting and managing your intellectual property assets in an economy as vast and varied as China’s is a challenging job. Whether you’re looking for advice on filing a patent infringement lawsuit, information about recent reforms to China's tradema...

Adjustments to China’s trademark examination system will strengthen rights holders’ legal claims

Adjustments to China’s trademark examination system will strengthen rights holders’ legal claims

31 August 2023

A series of reforms to China’s case examination system have put trademark applications under more stringent, meticulous, multi-faceted reviews. Robert Chan and Zeifei Wang explain how outcomes of examinations will provide stronger protection for the...

Then and now: The suspension mechanism of trademark review cases in China

Then and now: The suspension mechanism of trademark review cases in China

31 August 2023

The suspension mechanism used in trademark disputes in China has undergone a process of dynamic change. Wei Zhou explains how CNIPA and the courts are working to balance the efficiency and rationality of individual cases.

How China protects IP with legal updates

How China protects IP with legal updates

31 August 2023

A new draft of China’s Anti-Unfair Competition Law broadens the scope of unfair competitive practices. Ivy Choi discusses how this impacts business operators and brand owners, including how they may need to exercise caution in their online activities...

Trademark infringement cases rising in Nepal due to lack of IP awareness, gov’t initiative

Trademark infringement cases rising in Nepal due to lack of IP awareness, gov’t initiative

27 October 2023

IP attorney from Kathmandu discusses the issue, proposes ways to curb IP violations

AIPPI 2023: WIPO director calls for IP system to be more inclusive and horizontal

AIPPI 2023: WIPO director calls for IP system to be more inclusive and horizontal

23 October 2023

"We must move away from this idea that intellectual property is for the industrialized economies," says Habip Asan.

Indonesia needs to improve its IP e-filing system, an IP lawyer says

Indonesia needs to improve its IP e-filing system, an IP lawyer says

17 October 2023

There are still a lot of improvements to be made, especially for the trademark e-filing as there are a number of issues, said the IP lawyer.

Delhi High Court ruled in favour of New Balance Athletics in trademark dispute

Delhi High Court ruled in favour of New Balance Athletics in trademark dispute

04 October 2023

New Balance Athletics successfully won a case in the Delhi High Court against New Balance Immigration for trademark infringement and passing off.

IP protection at the 2023 Hangzhou Asian Games

IP protection at the 2023 Hangzhou Asian Games

22 September 2023

The Games’ emblem, slogan and mascots have earned the “special symbol” tag

A deep dive into trademark confusion

A deep dive into trademark confusion

31 July 2023

The likelihood of confusion remains the main reason for the refusal or invalidation of a trademark due to similarity. Excel V. Dyquiangco explains the different kinds of confusion, including the legal guidelines on how two similar trademarks can co-e...

Thai social media furious over dessert trademark, restaurant apologizes

Thai social media furious over dessert trademark, restaurant apologizes

21 September 2023

The incident happened when Lukkaithong Thai Royal Restaurant uploaded a picture of a popular dessert on its Facebook page.

Shortlist revealed for 2023 Asia IP Awards

Shortlist revealed for 2023 Asia IP Awards

14 September 2023

We have researched all the major jurisdictions across Asia and the Pacific to put together a shortlist of the 2023 Asia IP Awards. And it’s now your turn to vote.

Colour trademark applications: Include a colour swatch or not?

Colour trademark applications: Include a colour swatch or not?

14 September 2023

What can be done when the shade of green on an energy drink doesn't match that on the trademark registration?