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Factsheet on Trade Secrets in China

Trade secrets are often crucial elements of the competitive advantage of innovative companies.

From:
Foreign & Commonwealth Office and Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
Published
30 September 2013
Last updated
9 April 2021 — See all updates

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Factsheet on Trade Secrets in China

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As British companies pursue commercial opportunities in China it is important to identify and mitigate risks. Trade secrets are often crucial elements of the competitive advantage of innovative companies. Protecting trade secrets – and taking action should leaks occur – can present particular challenges in China.

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Published 30 September 2013
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