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China Trademark In The News

March 2011

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In the News

New rules to fight online pirate

SAIC: Stronger powers in cross-regional cases and collection of evidence.Read More >>

The 精武 (Jingwu) Trademark Dispute between Wuhan and Tianjin

Duck neck as a traditional Wuhan snack first entered the public view in 2000. Its popularity was primarily attributed to Chi Li, a famous contemporary Chinese writer. She gave a vivid description of duck neck in her classic novel Living Show. Even today people remain impressed with the actor’s lines “Duck neck goes with wine; life tastes very fine.” Read More >>

UPDATE 2-DIET Coke deposes Pepsi as No. 2 soda in U S

* Diet Coke replaces Pepsi as No. 2 soda in US-report
* Coca-Cola remains No. 1
* U.S. carbonated soda sales down 0.5 pct in '10
* Coke, PepsiCo, Dr Pepper shares all up over 1 pct (Rewrites 1st paragraph; Adds analyst comment, share moves).Read More >>

Just handful trademarks sell, owners 'unrealistic'

Holding out for high prices, most trademark owners are declining offers, bringing transactions at the new Quanzhou Trademark Trade Center in coastal Fujian province to a virtual standstill.Read More >>

TV show pirates switched off

A university student was among four people arrested by customs officers for allegedly using an internet discussion forum selling Japanese TV dramas and animated cartoons..Read More >>

Donald Tsang's speech at opening ceremony of Entertainment Expo Hong Kong 2011

In today's globalised knowledge economy, the many cultural and creative industries are becoming increasingly important economic drivers. The Hong Kong Government recognizes this fact and will continue to build a favorable environment for these industries to flourish. At the same time, we will keep up our rigorous efforts to protect intellectual property rights..Read More >>

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