Round-up of China trade mark law and practice in 2022

2022 has been another remarkable year for trade mark law in China. It is notable that the country climbed rankings of Global Innovation Index (GII) 2022. The figures released by World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) recently have revealed China 11th place 2022, up from 10th 2021. This particularly impressive as it rise rankings, bringing into top 36 upper-middle-income bracket economies, according to Report.1 GII provides a tracker setting out most recent global innovation trends, well innovative economies world, ranking performances approximately 130 economies.2 embarked on clear direction, focusing upon improving its IP system, which one national strategy initiatives over decade. received continual reference leadership, with President Xi using numerous speeches draw attention issues.3 In 14th Five-year Plan (2021–2025),4 China’s important directive economic policy, strengthening protection mentioned sub-chapters addresses system part economy. also fulfilling commitment build market friendly and welcoming foreign investment, remains priorities.