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Brunei IP Guide 2025

Hung Zheng On emphasizes that Brunei’s IP regime is evolving to accommodate non-traditional marks, automatic copyright protection without formal registration and a transitional scheme for re-registering foreign-filed patents.

The ASEAN Guide to IP Protection

A comprehensive overview of the evolving landscape of IP protection across the ASEAN region

How Pop Mart turned toys into gold

Labubu went viral in 2025, spawning viral memes and counterfeits – and becoming a gold mine for Pop Mart. – Cathy Li

Drawing the line between descriptive and suggestive marks

Suggestive terms are registrable and entitled to protection, without proof of secondary meaning.

South Korea, ASEAN deepen IP partnership to support regional growth

The agenda was solidified at the 8th Korea-ASEAN Heads of IP Offices Meeting in Seoul.

Chinese company did not appreciate Russian zeal for Confucius

Why would a company wishing to sell goods in Russia neglect registration of its trademark?

Rachel Pieris promoted to senior associate at DLA Piper in Dubai

Pieris is one of 11 firm lawyers promoted in the Middle East and Africa.

Elliott Sarre promoted to senior associate at Dentons in Adelaide

Sarre focusses on trademark, copyright work.

Claiming lost profits in China when a franchise agreement goes bad

Franchising has grown significantly in China. So have disputes, when business relationships sour. – Tim Meng

Caitlin Seeto named associate at HopgoodGanim in Brisbane

Seeto advises on IP, trademark registrations.

Rouse enters Australia market through Wrays acquisition

Wrays brings specialisms in patents, trademarks, designs and copyright.

AIPPI 2025: The Wirkin, the Birkin and the dupe dilemma

Luxury dupes blur the line between homage and counterfeiting in the digital age.

AIPPI 2025: Protecting creativity in the US$200 billion global gaming arena

As games boom, creators face cloning and the need for stronger IP safeguards.

Shortlist Revealed for the 2025 Asia IP Awards

AIPPI 2025: An elegant evening of Kabuki

AIPPI delegates found themselves immersed in Japanese theatre.