Case Report: Defending an International Brand in China
Foreign companies with brand visibility in China are vulnerable to trademark filings by unauthorized third parties.
Trademark Invalidation and the Acceptance of Overseas Market Evidence in China
A U.S. brand with growing international recognition faced trademark squatting in China when a third party registered its mark domestically in 2020.…
Case Study: Defending an International Brand in China
International companies with visibility in China face a persistent risk: third parties registering their brands without their authorization.
R&P Invalidation Case Selected Exemplary Trademark Case 2024
In R&P's first-time participation, the China Trademark Association (CTA) recognized one of its cases as an exemplary case for 2024.
Do New Developments in China’s Non-Use Cancellation System Benefit Overseas Brand Owners?
Since 2025, the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) has implemented stricter formal requirements for trademark cancellation requests based on "three years…
Impact on IP Protection under 2025 Revised PRC Anti-Unfair Competition Law
On 27 June 2025, China officially adopted the latest revision of the PRC Anti-Unfair Competition Law, which will come into force on…
Protecting Your Brand in China: A Case Study on Trademark Disputes
A recent case highlights the intricate challenges that international companies often face when entering the vast and dynamic Chinese market, where trademark…
New Way of Trademark Squatting in China: Cancellation Due to Non-Use
Squatters have resorted to novel strategies, specifically targeting registered trademarks in China by initiating cancellation actions while concurrently applying for their own…
Addressing the Hidden Challenges: Overseeing & Protecting Your China Operations
Business leaders are uncovering significant issues within their local teams. This article sheds light on common HR and operational risks, illustrated by…
How to Lose Your Trademarks in China (and how not to)
In a recent case, a potential client asked for our advice. Their Chinese registered trademark had been cancelled because a competitor had…
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