BUS371: Despite Having Made Great Strides in Homegrown Technology, China’s Technological: Doing Business with China Assignment, SUSS, Singapore

Question 1

• Despite having made great strides in homegrown technology, China’s technological prowess and ambition have been viewed with disdain by the Western No doubt, China’s image has been marred by cases of intellectual property infringements as well as its reputation of being an imitator.

Do you think that the Western scepticism is justified? First, discuss the intellectual property rights regime in China, and then analyze whether China fits the criticisms hurled by the Western world. Provide five (5) justifications, with relevant examples, for your analysis.

• Singapore is known for its robust legal institutions and adherence to international law. With regards to intellectual property rights protection, critically appraise and interpret the extent to which China can draw from Singapore’s experience.