On December 26, 2024, the CNIPA issued the Amended Regulations on the Protection of Layout-design of Integrated Circuits (Exposure Draft) and an Explanation on the Draft to seek opinions from all sectors of society.
According to the Explanation, this Exposure Draft was drafted considering the following four aspects:
I. To have the government better fulfill its duty under the guide of the Party;
II. To improve registration and rights confirmation procedures to strengthen IP protection on the source;
III. To enhance the protection of the exclusive right on the layout-design to protect the right holder’s legal rights and interests;
IV. To promote the implementation and application of the layout-design to facilitate and promote the development of new quality productive forces.
The public opinions should be submitted before February 9, 2025. AFD China will keep a close eye on the legal development.
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