The Taiwanese courts have announced they will set up a special appeals court that deals exclusively with intellectual property matters. The new court, due to open in July, would be overseen by judges with particular experience in judging on IP disputes, and would be assisted by IP specialists. The new court follows proactive efforts by the Taiwanese government to crack down on its prolific black market of music pirates, amid increased pressure from Western countries, and especially the US. A change in the country's copyright laws have led to an increase in IP legal actions, which is one of the reasons a more specialist court is required. The new court was praised by the American Institute in Taiwan this week.
Apr 16, 2008
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Taiwan launches new IP court
Taiwan's courts will open a specialist intellectual property appeals court in July, staffed by IP-experienced judges and specialists, amid pressure from Western countries over piracy.