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China releases draft revisions to patent-examination rulebook for public consultation

( May 8, 2025, 03:37 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: China’s National Intellectual Property Administration is seeking public comment on draft revisions to the patent examination guidelines. The move aims to improve patent-examination criteria for emerging industries and boost the quality and efficiency of patent examinations. Submissions close on June 15.The statement follows and the draft revisions are attached:...

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