Sector

Anti-counterfeiting in India

In the recent age of technological advancement and innovations, counterfeiting has become a global epidemic having a substantial impact on the world economy. As per the latest survey of the Authentication Solution Providers’ Association (ASPA), a sel...

Scourge

Brand owners have taken notice that the sale of counterfeit goods is spreading rapidly in e-commerce marketplaces. Espie Angelica A. de Leon reports from Manila that criminals are exploiting the love of social media in the Philippines to sell fake go...

A SHARP SWORD FOR IP PROTECTION IN CHINA

China’s new Anti-Unfair Competition Law will provide rights owners new weapons in their fight to protect their intellectual property. Tom Zhang and Linda Zhao explain.

Protecting IP Rights with China Customs

Customs protection of intellectual property rights in China relies on meeting specific, often short deadlines. Xia Zheng and Mengmeng Yu share the secrets about the preparations you should make to effectively safeguard your IP rights.

IP Experts 2019

Complex IP issues demand outstanding legal experts, but identifying the very best IP lawyers in Asia can be a tricky business. We hope the latest edition of IP Experts will make it that process a little bit easier....

Changes to the IPR (Imported Goods) Enforcement Rules, 2007

The Central Bureau of Indirect Taxes and Customs (previously the Central Bureau of Excise and Customs) released Notification No. 56/2018 dated June 22, 2018, to amend the IPR (Imported Goods) Enforcement Rules, 2007 (hereinafter referred to as Enforc...

ASEAN Unites to Fight Online Counterfeiting

ASEAN nations are working hard to fight online counterfeiting. Michelle Ko reports from the ASEAN Intellectual Property Association Annual Meeting & Conference in Phnom Penh.

Collection of Evidence of Infringement in Patent Enforcement

Chinese law provides for particular measures to help the IP right owners obtain evidence so that their IP rights can be protected effectively. Deqiang Zhu explains.

INTA Selects Singapore for 142nd Annual Meeting Slated for April 2020

Annual Meeting held in SE Asia for the first time.

Infringers: Profanity War

For the past decade, Asia IP has covered numerous trademark infringement cases. Some have simply been outrageous with a smart use of language and loophole. The aftermath of those cases can linger for a long, long time. Johnny Chan reports.

Enforcing Trademarks in India

The evolving IP and trademark landscapes in India have opened many doors for the effective enforcement of the rights and interests of rightholders. Dheeraj Kapoor explains.

The Campfire Stories of IP Enforcement in China

In part one of a two-part series, seasoned IP practitioners share with Michelle Ko noteworthy enforcement cases – some intriguing, others outright whimsical, and all useful pointers in the rapidly changing landscape.

The Campfire Stories of IP Enforcement Part II

In part two of a two-part series, seasoned IP practitioners share with Michelle Ko noteworthy enforcement cases – some intriguing, others outright whimsical, and all useful pointers in the rapidly changing landscape.

International Litigation Chamber to Hear English Trials

The Best of the Best: Litigation

After extensive consultation with corporate counsel, we present you 26 litigators in 13 jurisdictions around the Asia-Pacific region who we believe are among the best in the region for IP dispute resolution. Andy Leck;...