Trademark assignment in China : all or nothing
In France, trademark transfers are frequently contemplated. Trademark assignment in China follows different rules. All identical or similar trademarks covering identical or similar goods must be assigned together! Below is the detailed explanation. Understanding Trademark assignment in China Trademark assignment in China can result from an agreement between trademark owners, inheritance, or a court decision. […]
Everything about the Chinese Trademark registration procedure
Registering a trademark in China remains a complex undertaking for most Western companies. Toachieve this, it is necessary to change one’s paradigm and begin thinking like the Chinese Trademark Office. This Office has made significant progress, but certain substantive and formal requirements must still be strictly complied with. Bellow are some key insights into the […]
ARIPO: complete guide to Trademark registration in Africa
The African Regional Intellectual Property Organization (ARIPO) is an intergovernmental organization established on December 9, 1976, following the signature of the Lusaka Agreement in Zambia. ARIPO currently comprises 22 African member states and is headquartered in Harare, Zimbabwe. Its primary objective is to facilitate cooperation among member states in intellectual property matters, pooling financial and […]
Protection of “Gruyère” PDO and PGI by trademark law in the United States
The protection of protected designation of origine (PDO is often a source of complexity at the international level. The example of Gruyère cheese illustrates these difficulties perfectly. The French (defending the PGI Gruyère) and Swiss (defending the PDO Gruyère) unions are confronted with American protectionism. The intertwining of trademark law and the protection of PDOs and […]