Brief Analysis On 18-article Regulation For Handling Foreign-related IP Cases

On March 13, 2025, a set of regulations on tackling foreign-related intellectual property ("IP") cases were issued by the State Council (the "New IP Regulations")¹. The New IP Regulations will take effect on May 1, 2025.

The New IP Regulations include 18 articles, which clarify that relevant government departments should (i) strengthen overseas IP information inquiry and warning services, (ii) offer guidance and IP right protection assistance to individuals and organizations in key areas of foreign-related IP disputes, and (iii) share experiences and practices through typical case studies.²

In addition, the New IP Regulations emphasize the role of enterprises, calling for enterprises to (i) enhance their awareness of the rule of law, (ii) establish their internal rules, and (iii) step up efforts on educating IP talent and building the IP talent pool, so as to reinforce their IP application and give stronger protection to their own IP rights.³