Among the Asian brands that are gaining worldwide fame are: Sony (Japan), Cathay Pacific (Hong Kong), Singapore Airlines (Singapore), San Miguel (Philippines), Wipro (India), Red Bull and Singha Beer, both from Thailand. Every IP strategy starts with a solid trade mark registration portfolio. For example, one of the well-known marks in Thailand is Singha Beer. […]
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Efficient, Cost-Effective Patent Procurement In Southeast Asia
Global patent filing trends, especially in Southeast Asia, have been steadily on the rise, and anyone who has been involved with the preparation, filing, prosecution and maintenance of patents around the world will readily agree that global patenting is a highly complicated and expensive undertaking requiring careful planning and serious considerations. Patenting a single invention […]
Malaysia -Parallel Import Law Clarified
Parallel import is a prevalent business model in the new age economy. However, the laws governing parallel imports are still in infancy and require clarification in many jurisdictions, including Malaysia. In Tien Ying Hong Enterprises v Beenion (2010), the High Court of Malaysia provided the much needed clarification. The plaintiff in this case was the […]
Thailand - Classification Of Controlled Cosmetic Products
The Thailand Cosmetic Act protects consumers of cosmetics and categorizes cosmetics into specially controlled designations. According to the Cosmetic Act of 1992, the focus of the regulation has been changed from pre-marketing activities to post-marketing activities, originating from the perception that utilisation of technical requirements and practice of good manufacturing guidelines ensures quality of cosmetic […]
Trademark System In Thailand
What is the law that regulates trademarks in Thailand? The Trade Mark Act B.E.2534 as amended by the Trademark Act (No.2) B.E.2543 is in force currently and governs trademark matters. What is the office in charge of trademarks in Thailand? Trademark rights are acquired on the basis of proper registration with the Trademark Office of […]
Malaysia - Implementation Of Data Exclusivity(DE)
The National Pharmaceutical Control Bureau (NPCB) in Malaysia ensures the quality, efficacy and safety of pharmaceuticals through the evaluation of technical data and laboratory test conducted during clinical trial. Upon fulfilment of all safety regulations, approval is given for marketing. Malaysia is a member of World Trade Organization (WTO). Under Article 39.3 of the TRIPs […]
Philippines - IPOPHL Starts Accepting Copyright Applications
In January 2011, the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) signed a Memorandum of Agreement with the National Library of the Philippines (NLP) whereby IPOPHL and its Satellite Offices have been given the authority to accept the registration and deposit for copyrighted works. The registration process is simple. Only a formal examination of the […]
Philippines - Harvard Jeans or Harvard University : Which Name Rings A Bell…?
In 1988, FredCo secured a registration for HARVARD JEANS USA or goods in Class 25. It allegedly used the mark in the Philippines as early as 02 January 1982. On the other hand, in 1993 ,Harvard was issued registration for the trademark HARVARD VERITAS SHIELD SYMBOL in Classes 16, 18, 21, 25 and 28. Harvard […]
Trademark System In Indonesia
What is the law that regulates trademarks in Indonesia? There is a Trade Marks Act in Indonesia (Law No.15 year 2001 dated August 1, 2001) which is still valid and in force and governs trademark matters. What is the office in charge of trademarks in Indonesia? Trademark rights are acquired on the basis of proper […]
Malaysia - Generic Pharma Seemingly Manage to ‘Invent Around’ Innovator Patent
Sanofi-Aventis took on Dabur Pharma in the latest pharmaceutical patent case law to be decided at the Malaysian High Court (D-22IP-46-2009). Sanofi is the owner of a process patent - MY ’481 - for the production of Docetaxel trihydrate, which they market as Taxotere. Worldwide annual sales of Taxotere totaled approximately US$3.1 billion dollars in […]