Region-focused IP developments curated by the IIPLA newsroom, including policy shifts, litigation, brand disputes, patent activity, and enforcement updates.
Marking a historic shift since 1981, Korea and Japan transition from annual intellectual property exchanges to a continuous policy cooperation framework. The Korea Patent Attorneys Association and Japan’s Lawyers Society have established a joint working group to address critical IP issues including finance, disclosure…
The National Academy of Engineering of Korea (NAEK) is spearheading a comprehensive dialogue on intellectual property strategies essential for Korea's emergence as a leading AI powerhouse. The upcoming Intellectual Property Strategy Forum will bring together experts from industry, law, and government to address critic…
The Department of Intellectual Property of Thailand has officially registered the Damnoen Saduak Lime and Ratchaburi Nam Dok Mai Mango with Geographical Indication status. This legal protection safeguards traditional cultivation methods and enhances the market value of these products, which collectively contribute ove…
Khon Kaen University (KKU) has unveiled a comprehensive Research Transformation strategy designed to convert its extensive portfolio of nearly 2,000 intellectual property items into commercially viable products. By realigning research priorities from supply-driven to demand-driven approaches, KKU aims to foster a sust…
Law enforcement in Ninh Binh Province, northern Vietnam, has initiated criminal proceedings against Tran Cong Tung and La Van Uoc for allegedly selling counterfeit footwear bearing protected trademarks. The seizures include over 7,600 pairs of fake shoes valued at approximately VND4.2 billion (US$159,880). This action…
This comprehensive report covers recent trademark-related regulatory changes, judicial rulings, and technological advancements across multiple jurisdictions. Highlights include Argentina’s streamlined technology transfer registrations, Brazil’s adoption of Madrid e-Filing, a pivotal CJEU ruling on opposition proceedin…
South Korea has introduced a new K-brand certification mark designed to bolster the government’s ability to combat counterfeit goods internationally. This official seal will grant the Korean government the authority to lead enforcement efforts against fake products abroad, reinforcing the integrity of Korean brands in…
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