Integrating IP and Business in the Face of China's Patent Law Changes

As companies eye opportunities to invest in and locate new business, technology, and cutting-edge R&D in China, the implementation of the Third Amendment to China’s patent law will have a significant impact on your business transactions and IP portfolio management.

This Foley Web conference in our Global Marketplace — Eye on China: Web Series, explored how companies can successfully implement and integrate IP and business strategies in light of the changes brought about by the Third Amendment.

Specific topics included:

• Promoting increased technology R&D in China — Does the Third Amendment aid or impede this trend?


• The import/export of technology to/from China through licensing or sale transactions: What new issues will arise in the wake of the Third Amendment?


• Protecting IP through nondisclosure agreements and noncompete provisions in labor law


• Will the Third Amendment stimulate further development of the manufacturing sector in China?

Moderator:

• Catherine Sun: Foley Shanghai Office Managing Partner and Asia Practice Chair

Speakers:

• Roger Martin: Qualcomm Senior Vice President and Chief IP Strategist


• Jon W. Dudas: Foley Partner and former Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the USPTO


• Ken Duck: Foley Senior Counsel and member of the firm’s China and International practices and Automotive Industry Team


• Yan Zhao: Foley Senior Counsel and member of the firm’s International and Electronics practices and Automotive Industry Team