Shen Changyu, Director of the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA), met with Kathi Vidal, Director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), in Beijing this week for high-level discussions. The meeting focused on exchanging updates on intellectual property (IP) protection efforts in both countries and resulted in a new memorandum of understanding aimed at fostering cooperation.
The CNIPA and USPTO are set to enhance their collaboration, with a focus on information sharing, patent and trademark examination processes, automation initiatives, and expanding industry engagement. This strategic partnership aims to strengthen intellectual property rights protection and promote innovation by streamlining processes and sharing best practices. – Flcube.com
