Present and Future of China Patent Enforcement

This seminar will provide a comprehensive overview of the current landscape of intellectual property (IP) protection in China, focusing on patents and trade secrets. We will examine recent developments in legislation, judicial practice and CNIPA, and industry trends, with particular attention to how evolving policies and landmark cases are reshaping the IP protection environment in China.

This seminar will also explore the shifting priorities of regulators, courts, and market participants in response to innovation and China’s development strategy. Finally, we will discuss the future direction of China’s IP regime and offer practical insights into emerging trends and challenges that are likely to further shape IP protection in the years ahead.

Mr. Binxin Li brings over 15 years of extensive experience in the field of intellectual property. He possesses a deep understanding of his clients’ business landscapes and challenges, both in China and overseas. Offering practical and comprehensive solutions, he assists clients in maximizing the value of their IP assets while effectively mitigating potential IP-related risks. Mr. Li advises both multinational and domestic companies across diverse industries, including healthcare, mechanical, telecommunication, energy, and entertainment over the years. His expertise encompasses complex intellectual property issues, covering enforcement, filing, portfolio management, and technology transfers. Before joining LeanWill, Mr. Li was the head of Baker Mckenzie Fenxun Joint Operation Office in China patent practice.

Mr. Li holds an LL.M. (Intellectual Property) from the University of California, Berkeley, an M.Sc. (Polymer Chemistry and Advanced Materials for Drug Delivery) from the University of Toronto, and a B.Sc. (Rare Earth Complexes Based Organic Light Emitting Devices) from Peking University.

Moderator: Taorui Guan, Assistant Professor & Deputy Director of the Law and Technology Centre, The University of Hong Kong Faculty of Law

To register, please go to https://hkuems1.hku.hk/hkuems/ec_regform.aspx?guest=Y&UEID=109495.

For inquiries, please contact Ms. Grace Chan at mcgrace@hku.hk / 3917 4727.