AFD China Newsletter – March 2026

CNIPA Seeks Public Comments on Revised Draft for Measures on Patent Prioritized Examination

The China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) released the Revised Draft for Measures on Patent Prioritized Examination for public consultation on February 26, 2026. The proposed amendments focus on key industry sectors and aim to address the legitimate needs of innovators seeking accelerated patent examination, grant, and validation procedures. Based on thorough research, the updates represent a systematic refinement of the current prioritized examination framework. The changes are designed to further strengthen the prioritized examination system, better serve national strategies and economic development goals, and promote high-quality development of intellectual property in China.