Shanghai is drafting the Famous Trademark Protection Measures to standardize the identification and protection of famous trademarks, which is of great significance to protect the legal rights of trademark holders, advance the implementation of trademark strategies and promote economic development.

Shanghai government is seeking advice from local citizens and related departments. It will convene hearings on the Draft in late December, 2011. Divergent issues will be discussed. 

Information about the text and background of the Draft, hearings and topics for discussion is accessible on www.shanghai.gov.cn, www.shanghailaw.gov.cn, and www.eastday.com.

The public can send advices and pre-registered documents of hearings to the follwoing address before October 28, 2011.

Address: No.200 Renmin Road, Shanghai 
Postal Code: 200003
Email: fzbjjc@shanghai.gov.cn  [Chinese version is available on dfdaily.com]

(Source: IPR in China)