Protection given to Well-Known marks in Malaysia

New Circular Related to IPRs in Vietnam
  Provided by: Trung Thuc JSC

A long expected legal document relating to individuals and/or organizations with competence in giving opinion on IPR infringement matters has just been promulgated in Vietnam.

Architectural design Patent??

Update on Odex Anime case in Singapore

India Patent Filing
  Provided by: Patrick Mirandah Co

India Patent Filing requirements

On 14 July 2006, the Hong Kong and PRC authorities announced the signing of the Arrangement on Reciprocal Recognition and Enforcement of Judgments in Civil and Commercial Matters by the Courts of the Mainland and of the Hong Kong SAR Pursuant to Choice of Court Agreements between Parties Concerned (“the Arrangement”).

Activities taken up by different Asian countries to eradicate copyright infringement.

Developments and new initiatives within the Philippines IP Office.

The Latest Developments in the Protection of Geographical Indications in Indonesia

What amounts to a Local Working Patent in India?

The time limit for publications of national patent applications in Vietnam has changed. An official notice of the National Office of Intellectual Property concerning, among other things, the validity of Power of Attorney, was released. Additionally, a new circular has recently promulgated by the Ministry of Science and Technology relating to individuals/organizations involved in non-contentious activities against IPR infringement.

Key Changes Affecting Employers Under the New PRC Labour Contract Law in China

After more than 2 years of consultation and redrafting, the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress finally passed the new PRC Labour Contract Law (the "New Law") on 29 June 2007.

The Intellectual Property Act No. 36 of 2003 which came into effect on the 12th November 2003 and regulations under section 204 of the Act published in Government Gazette no. 1445/10 of 17th May 2006 replaced the Code of Intellectual Property Act No. 52 of 1979.

If a designer has designed a teapot with a new shape and configuration and intends to manufacture his teapot according to his drawings in the future, how can he prevent others from infringing his design for profits? There are two possible ways in Hong Kong: registered design and copyright protection.

Cambodia does not have one law which entirely states the rights and obligations of landlord and tenant. There are two different laws (Land Law, dated August 30, 2001, and the Decree-Law No. 38, dated October 28, 1988). There are also regulations (such as Circular No. 01SR on the management of residence and land leased to International Organization,

Service tax is levied on several services. This article analises the constitutionality of levy of service tax on services provided as part of works contract.

A patent can be granted for an invention which may be related to any process or product. The word “Invention “ has been defined under the Patents Act 1970 as amended from time to time.

There are some products and processes, which are not patentable in India as per Indian patent Law as described herein.

The International Application must contain a request, a description, one or more claims, one or more drawings (where required) and an abstract; it must comply with the prescribed physical requirements; it must be in one of the prescribed languages; finally, the required fees must be paid.

Business practices and relationships in China are very different from those commonly encountered in the US, and attorneys relocating to Asia should familiarise themselves with local customs. Here are some tips and tricks to minimize the risk of causing offence.

The private limited company is the most common form of foreign-owned business in Cambodia. It is valid for 99 years and is especially appropriate for closely held companies.

As you are probably aware, the system of intellectual property registration in Cambodia is still on its infancy stage. The protection granted to patent is quite comprehensive.

The system of intellectual property registration in Cambodia is still in its infancy. The protection granted to registered trademarks and the registration requirements are quite comprehensive.

On 21 August 2006, the Mainland government and the Hong Kong SAR government signed an "Arrangement between the Mainland of China and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region for the Avoidance of Double Taxation and the Prevention of Fiscal Evasion with respect to Taxes on Income" (the "New Arrangement").

The Hong Kong Toys and Games Fair is the second largest toy fair in Asia. In 2007, it was held in early January at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre with over hundreds of exhibitors participating.

Branches and representative offices of foreign companies do not belong to legal entities of the Kyrgyz Republic. They are endowed with property of legal entities that have founded them, and act on the basis of the approved bylaws - This article is part of the Information and Reference Guide “Business in the Kyrgyz Republic: Legal Aspects” for potential investors planning to do business in the Kyrgyz Republic.

On February 14, 2007 the Ministry of Science and Technology promulgated Circular 01/2007/TT-BKHCN (Circular 01/2007) guiding in details procedures for the acquisition of industrial property rights at the National Office of Intellectual Property (NOIP) in light of new Intellectual Property Law (effective as of July 1, 2006) and Decree 103/2006/ND-CP (dated September 22, 2006).