China Patent Prosecution for IP Administrators - Understanding CNIPA Office Actions, Deadlines and Procedural Steps from an Administrative Perspective

15 October 2026 | 09:00 – 10:30 CEST (Germany)

Practical Information:
Date: 15. October 2026
Time: 09:00 – 10:30 CEST (Germany)
(15:00 – 16:30 Beijing Time, China)
Format: Online via Microsoft Teams

Seminar language: English

China has become one of the most important patent jurisdictions worldwide. For professionals working in patent departments and IP law firms, it is increasingly important to understand the key stages of Chinese patent prosecution and to correctly interpret official communications issued by the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA).

In this practical webinar, participants will receive a structured overview of the Chinese patent prosecution process from an administrative perspective. Particular attention will be given to the different types of CNIPA office actions, their significance, related deadlines, and the procedural steps that typically follow.

The seminar is specifically designed for patent administrators and IP support professionals and does not require advanced knowledge of Chinese patent law.

Topics

Overview of the Chinese patent system and the role of CNIPA
Key stages of the patent prosecution process from filing to grant
Different types of official communications and office actions issued during prosecution
Understanding the purpose and significance of CNIPA communications
Deadlines and typical response options
Overview of re-examination procedure
Practical guidance for patent administrators involved in Chinese patent matters
Questions and discussion

Speaker: Biqing Huang, Patent Attorney
Deputy Director, Patent Management Department
CCPIT Patent & Trademark Law Office, Beijing, China

Mr. Huang has extensive experience in Chinese patent practice and will provide practical insights into the Chinese patent prosecution system from the perspective of one of China’s leading intellectual property law firms.

Participation:

This offer is intended exclusively for VPP-member from the IP-Administration.
The participation is free of charge.

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