Great Progress for China's Construction of an IP Powerhouse Nation, Relevant Index Claims 120 Points in 2023
The China National Inter-Ministerial Conference Office (IMCO) for the Construction of an IP Powerhouse Nation recently debuted the Progress Report for the Construction of an IP Powerhouse Country 2023. "The Report indicates since the enactment and implementation of the Outline on the Construction of an IP Powerhouse Nation (2021-2035) and the National Plan on Protection and Use of IP during the 14th Five-Year Plan Period, localities and agencies have been giving concrete efforts and making significant progress," IMCO's Deputy Director Zhao Zhibin outlined.
Refreshed GI Protection System Boosts Upgrade of Chinese Specialty Industries
The Measures for the Protection of Geographical Indication Products released by China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) will come into effect on February 1st.
Announcing Updates to the Trademark Classification for Goods and Services
TIPO has made adjustments to the designated goods/services names in trademark applications in response to the latest (12th) edition of the " Nice Classification " (2024). A total of 422 items have been added, 56 items deleted. An additional 15 modifications have been made to class/subclass names or annotations, as well as 25 corrections.
Amendments to the Positive Patent Examination Pilot Program for Startups
TIPO implemented the Positive Patent Examination Pilot Program for Startups in 2022. According to statistics from the past two years of project implementation (up until November 30, 2023), a total of 25 startups applied for the program in 2023, which marks a 3.1-fold increase compared to 2022. Approval rate surged to 100% in 2023, compared with 84.6% in 2022.
TIPO’s AI Chatbot “Tipo” Goes Live on Dec. 5!
TIPO is proud to introduce “Tipo,” our new AI chatbot, which went live on December 5. Tipo provides 24/7, real-time patent consultation services to meet the needs of creators, who need quick and immediate answers.
