Renaming of Patent Agent Qualification Examination

In view of the important role of patent agency in the normal operation of the patent system, the Patent Agency Regulations (Revised Draft) promulgated by the State Council Legislative Affairs Office in February, 201/changed the title of "patent agent" to "patent agent" and made comprehensive provisions on obtaining qualification certificates and issuing practice certificates.

The person in charge of the Legislative Affairs Office of the State Council said that this change is to enhance the social status of professionals engaged in patent agency affairs and enhance their sense of honor. And refers to the names of other professionals who need administrative license to practice in China, such as lawyers, doctors, certified public accountants, etc. And the names of patent agency practitioners in developed countries such as Europe and America.