Recently, our President and Managing Director, Jennifer Che, participated as a speaker at the HKSTP Market Discovery - BIO Connect event, hosted by HKSTP and InvestHK. This exclusive gathering brought together international biotech disruptors, offering them valuable insights into accessing the vast markets of Asia and beyond.

In her talk titled "Biotech Disruptors Benefit from HK IP," Jennifer highlighted the unique advantages Hong Kong offers from an intellectual property perspective. She discussed the rapidly developing IP ecosystem, including the homegrown original grant patent system and various tax and funding incentives that make the region an attractive hub for research and development. Additionally, she emphasized the expertise of local firms like Eagle IP, which are adept at navigating the complex IP challenges within the Greater Bay Area.

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