E-mail not displaying properly? Click here to view it in your browser September 2024 Highlights Reflection on the AIPPI MembershipShoichi Okuyama, AIPPI PresidentSince I will finish my term as the President of AIPPI in Hangzhou, I would like to look at the state of affairs at AIPPI in ter
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September 2024

Highlights

Reflection on the AIPPI Membership

Shoichi Okuyama, AIPPI President


Since I will finish my term as the President of AIPPI in Hangzhou, I would like to look at the state of affairs at AIPPI in terms of its membership.


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2024 AIPPI World Congress General Assembly


In accordance with Article 6 of the Statutes we have the honour of inviting you on behalf of the Bureau of AIPPI to the GENERAL ASSEMBLY & EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (Session II) ON STATUTES and REGULATIONS to be held on Tuesday, 22 October 2024, 11:00 – 12:00 GMT +8.


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Apply For Your Chinese Visa If You Are Joining The 2024 AIPPI World Congress  


The deadline for issuing a visa invitation letter is 25 September 2024, Beijing, China Time.


For any issues related to the issuance of a visa invitation letter, please contact visa@ccpit-patent.com.cn before this date.


Any applications or requests received after the deadline will NOT be processed.


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Spotlight On The Canadian Activity Report


Every newsletter, we are sharing the best 2023 Activity Reports received from National and Regional Groups. This month, we’re happy to highlight AIPPI Canada!


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Law & Case Notes

China

Introduction of Guidance on Restoration of Priority, Addition or Correction of Priority Claims

Yongjuan Yue, Liu, Shen & Associates, China


On 23 August 2024, the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) released the Guidance on Restoration of Priority, Addition or Correction of Priority Claims (called the “Guidance” hereinafter), which aims to guide applicants to accurately understand and utilize the system of restoration of priority right, addition or correction of priority claims when filing an application in China, a new mechanism introduced in the revised Implementing Regulations of the Patent Law of China.


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India

Declaration of Commercial Working Status of Patents

Vikrant Rana & Renu Bala Rampal, S.S. Rana & Co., India


The Indian Patent Office (IPO) has recently released the FAQ on Form 27 (declaration of commercial working status of patents in India) on 26 August 2024.


Under the Indian Patent Law, Form 27 is a crucial document that requires every patent holder/licensee to disclose the commercial working status of the patent.


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Japan

Recent Intellectual Property (IP) Situation Surrounding Japan

Masaya Tsuno, TMI Associates, Japan


The Japan Patent Office (JPO) has published the "JPO Status Report 2024" (English version). This report includes the JPO's statistical information and the results of its policies. Both a Japanese version and an English version are available from the JPO, but this article will focus on the English version, highlighting key results from the report, while also explaining the intellectual property (IP) situation surrounding Japan.


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Russia

New Approach to Prosecution of the Computer-implemented Inventions and Utility Models Introduced into RU PTO Rules Provides Long-Expected Clarity for the IT Market

Maria Makhlina, A. Zalesov & Partners Patent & Law Firm LLC, Russia


New amendments into the Russian legislation in relation to prosecution of the computer-implemented inventions provide clarity for the applicants and hopes for the IT market in obtaining a patent protection for their digital technologies, also using AI.


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AIPPI Standing Committee

Experimental Use Exception Request for Comments

AIPPI Standing Committee on Pharma & Patents


This paper provides for AIPPI's response to USPTO's Request for Comments on the Question of Experimental Use Exception.


The paper was prepared by AIPPI's Standing Committees on Pharma and Patents. It was unanimously approved by the Bureau of AIPPI.


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USA

Orange Book Listings Should Not Include Medical Devices

Joshua Goldberg & Leia Dingott, Nath, Goldberg, and Meyer, USA


A ruling from the U.S. District Court in New Jersey has ordered Teva (including Teva Branded Pharmaceutical Products R&D, Inc., Norton (Waterford) Ltd., and Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.) to delist U.S. Patent Nos. 8,132,712, 9,463,289, 9,808,587, 10,561,808, and 11,395,889.


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NRGs News

France

Annual Life Sciences Conference

Laurence Loumes, Plasseraud IP, France


Back in June, the French AIPPI group along with LES France and ASPI (Association Française des Spécialistes en Propriété Industrielle de l'Industrie) held its annual day of discussion around IP protection for Life Sciences.


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Japan

The Japanese Group's E-Journal "A.I.P.P.I." Latest Issue (Vol 49, No.4) Is Now Available to All AIPPI Members

Masatoshi Abe, AIPPI Japan


The AIPPI Japanese Group is pleased to inform you that the latest issue (Vol 49, No.4) of the Japanese Group's e-journal "A.I.P.P.I." is now available to all AIPPI members. You can view the contents page for this issue below.


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Turkiye

A New Step Towards Growth and Collaboration by AIPPI Turkiye

AIPPI Turkiye Young Members Committee


We are excited to announce the formation of the AIPPI Turkiye’s Young Members Committee, a key initiative driven by the energy and motivation of the Turkish Group’s growing base of young professionals. The committee has officially begun its activities with seventeen dynamic and dedicated members. This formation highlights AIPPI Turkiye's commitment to empowering the next generation of leaders within the intellectual property sector, both in Turkiye and globally.


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Upcoming Events 

AIPPI-AMPPI

Join the Webinar Series on the WIPO Treaty on Intellectual Property, Genetic Resources and Traditional Knowledge with AIPPI and AMPPI!


Curious about the new WIPO Treaty on Intellectual Property, Genetic Resources and Traditional Knowledge? Explore this important topic with us in our upcoming webinars hosted by AIPPI-AMPPI!


Mark your calendars for 3 October (16:00 CET) for the first webinar, and 8 October for the second session at the same time.


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AIPPI-ASIPI

SAVE THE DATE For The 4th AIPPI-ASIPI Webinar


Join us for the fourth and final installment of the AIPPI-ASIPI Webinars on 7 November 2024 (16:00-17:30 CET)!


Save the date and learn more about sustainable IP Enforcement. Stay tuned for more information after the Congress!


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AIPPI

AIPPI Pharma Committee Is Organising A Webinar On 12 November!


Want to know the answer to the question ‘What discovery mechanisms exist in China, Japan, Korea and India to aid in the preparation of a preliminary injunction (PI) request or general evidence gathering?’ then make sure to join the AIPPI Pharma Webinar on 12 November (16:00-17:15 CET).


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AIPPI

The Third D&I Webinar Will Take Place On 18 November: ‘Neurodiversity In The IP World’


Join us for our 3rd D&I Webinar on ‘Neurodiversity in the IP World’ on 18 November (13:00-14:00 CET)! We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, and that includes supporting mental health resources for everyone. Let's come together to learn, discuss, and break down stigmas surrounding mental health in the intellectual property field.


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KINPA

2024 KINPA Conference In Seoul, Korea


If you're planning to attend the 2024 AIPPI World Congress in Hangzhou, China, you may also consider the 2024 KINPA Conference in Seoul, Korea.


Hosted by the Korean Intellectual Property Association (KINPA), the largest IP in-house association in Korea with around 260 member companies, this event is expected to attract a significant number of IP professionals. Last year, nearly 1,300 participants attended, primarily from Korean companies.


The 2024 KINPA Conference will feature presentations, expert lectures, and panel discussions on topics such as IP Intelligence, IP Disputes, Branding with AI, Trade Secrets, and the Future of IP.


The event will be held at The Shilla Seoul, Korea, on 16-17 October, just before the 2024 AIPPI World Congress. More information is available on the conference website.


Non-member participants from foreign countries can register as observers, and a partnership with AIPPI offers a 20% discount for those who have registered for the 2024 AIPPI World Congress.


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WIPO

Register For The WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Workshop


As last year, the WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center is organising its Online WIPO Mediation and Arbitration Workshop on 12, 13 and 14 November. 


AIPPI is honoured to be a supporting organisation for this event and invites you to participate in the workshop that aims to promote the understanding of WIPO Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) options for the resolution of intellectual property (IP) and technology disputes.


The full programme is available here.  

 

ASIPI

Join The ASIPI XXIV Work Sessions and Administrative Council


ASIPI is organising their XXIV Work Sessions and Administrative Council from 1-4 December 2024 in the Hilton Hotel in Panama City.


This year, their gathering is especially significant, as they will be celebrating 60 years of the ASIPI association, a milestone that reflects their ongoing commitment to the defence and promotion of intellectual property rights.


Early Bird is open until 3 October!


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