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the OGP system so as to attract applicants to use it
instead of the current re-registration system. Such
features may include, inter alia, the speed of
processing an OGP application, the language
requirement, the direct communication between the
applicant and the examiner, the recognition of the
substantive examination result by other patent
offices, etc.
(F) Difficulties in Introducing an OGP System
3.34 On the other hand, the Advisory Committee noted the
following difficulties in introducing an OGP system –
(a)
Effectiveness of the patent system
In establishing an OGP system, it is important to
ensure high quality and strong protection of the
patents granted, as well as to maintain a
user-friendly system. Careful and detailed
planning in advance for implementation would be
necessary.
(b)
Talents
Based on overseas experience, a large number of
technical experts will be required for developing an
OGP system with search and examination
capabilities. The local supply of talents may not be
sufficient in the short to medium term as currently
there are not many institutions providing courses
related to professional patent services in Hong
Kong.