How does the Written Opinion relate to the International Preliminary Report on Patentability?
The Written Opinion of the International Searching Authority has a direct relationship with the International Preliminary Report on Patentability (IPRP), as explained in MPEP 1845: “The written opinion is transmitted to the designated offices in the form of an international preliminary report on patentability if no international preliminary examination report is established under Chapter II…
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Eligibility to elect Contracting States under PCT Chapter II depends on the applicant’s status and the states’ participation in the treaty. According to MPEP 1864.03: Applicants referred to in PCT Article 31(2)(a) may elect any Contracting State bound by Chapter II. Applicants referred to in PCT Article 31(2)(b) may only elect Contracting States bound by…
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