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首例反外国制裁侵权诉讼案及东莞中院闻泰科技案评析
Chinese enterprises are increasingly leveraging the Anti-Foreign Sanctions Law to combat discriminatory restrictions imposed by foreign jurisdictions. Two landmark cases demonstrate how companies can pursue legal remedies when foreign sanctions disrupt contractual obligations and corporate control, establishing precedents for protecting legitimate business interests against extraterritorial measures.
China International
JT
Beijing Jincheng Tongda & Neal Law Firm
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适用中国法的“双刃剑”：跨境交易中不可忽视的法律风险
Chinese enterprises frequently stipulate Chinese law as the governing law in cross-border contracts under the Belt and Road Initiative, believing this grants them control and familiarity. However, this practice conceals multiple risks: foreign courts may reject Chinese law due to lack of genuine connection or local mandatory rules; even when applied, Chinese law's provisions on penalty reduction, guarantee periods, and strict contract termination standards may backfire against Chinese parties; additionally,
China International
JT
Beijing Jincheng Tongda & Neal Law Firm
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International Courts & Tribunals

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WIPO営業秘密判例データベースに中国判決13件を収録　米国と並び最多
The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) has launched a new Trade Secrets Case Law Collection database, featuring 13 landmark Chinese court decisions on trade secret protection—the highest number alongside the United States. This initiative aims to enhance global understanding of judicial approaches to safeguarding valuable business information and competitive advantages through representative case law from multiple jurisdictions.
China IP
K
Kangxin
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International Trade & Investment

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Classic Cars And The Coming IP Parts War
The classic car restoration market is experiencing a seismic shift as Chinese manufacturers flood the market with affordable restomod parts, challenging traditional suppliers and raising critical questions about intellectual property rights. This emerging trade war pits heritage brands against cost-effective alternatives, forcing the industry to confront complex trademark and design protection issues that could reshape the future of automotive restoration.
China IP
R
Rouse
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国家知識産権局、マカオ出願人向け特許優先審査を常設化
China's National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) has transitioned its pilot program for expedited patent examination for Macao applicants into a permanent system, marking a significant development in intellectual property protection within the Greater Bay Area. Since its trial launch in July 2023, approximately 100 patent applications have benefited from shortened examination periods through offices in Guangzhou and Shenzhen. This formalization aims to strengthen innovation support and facilita
China IP
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Kangxin
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Export Controls & Trade & Investment Sanctions

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首例反外国制裁侵权诉讼案及东莞中院闻泰科技案评析
Chinese enterprises are increasingly leveraging the Anti-Foreign Sanctions Law to combat discriminatory restrictions imposed by foreign jurisdictions. Two landmark cases demonstrate how companies can pursue legal remedies when foreign sanctions disrupt contractual obligations and corporate control, establishing precedents for protecting legitimate business interests against extraterritorial measures.
China International
JT
Beijing Jincheng Tongda & Neal Law Firm
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