Clients often ask, why do they need to register their
trademarks in the People's Republic of China (Mainland China),
and how can they use them in the business? Mainland China adopts
the principle of First-To-File
instead of the principle of First-To-Use. So,
those who file the applications first, may be able to obtain the
exclusive rights to their trademarks. However, it is franchising,
especially in the field of food and beverage, retail, catering,
education and training, beauty, healthcare, along with hospitality,
that they can employ their expertise in. These are highly regarded
as popular and profitable sectors to invest your money and know-how
in.
Mainland China is one of the biggest and fastest growing
franchise markets in the world, with more than 4,500 franchise
systems as well as some 400,000 franchised outlets in over 70
industries. Franchising can be a quick and feasible option for
clients to expand and develop their business in the market. Since
the
