China is taking significant steps to address the intellectual property (IP) concerns of foreign enterprises, ensuring equal protection for both domestic and international innovators. At a recent press conference, Guo Wen, an official with the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA), highlighted the nation’s commitment to aligning with international standards and providing efficient dispute resolution.
“We have joined almost all major international IP treaties and become a prominent user of the World Intellectual Property Organization’s registration systems for patents, trademarks, and designs,” said Guo Wen. She emphasized that China has implemented strict punitive measures in its revised trademark and patent laws, adhering to the highest global standards.
To support foreign businesses, China has cracked down on malicious patent invalidation and trademark filings, effectively resolving numerous IP disputes involving companies from countries such as the United States, Germany, France, Italy, Thailand, and Denmark. The CNIPA has also established regular communication channels, organizing symposiums in key regions to listen to the needs of foreign enterprises and assist in resolving their challenges.
The results of these efforts are evident. From January to October this year, China authorized 92,000 foreign invention patents, marking a 5.3% increase compared to the same period last year. Additionally, the registration of foreign trademarks in China climbed to 121,000, an impressive 13.1% rise.
“These figures demonstrate the recognition foreign enterprises have given to China’s IP protection work,” Guo Wen stated. “We will continue to strive for a business environment that is fairer, more transparent, and more predictable.”
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