China is taking significant steps to help its domestic enterprises navigate the complex landscape of international intellectual property (IP) disputes. According to Song Beibei, a senior official from the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA), the country has established 71 sub-centers nationwide to manage these challenges effectively.
In addition to these domestic efforts, China has opened branch centers in five key countries, aiming to provide direct support to Chinese businesses in safeguarding their IP rights abroad. This move is part of a broader strategy to enhance the global competitiveness of Chinese enterprises as they expand into international markets.
The CNIPA has also intensified its training programs and expert guidance initiatives. Song highlighted the importance of monitoring mechanisms, especially for industries like cross-border e-commerce. To keep businesses informed, the CNIPA has released comprehensive monitoring reports and timely reminder letters about potential risks. Furthermore, an information service platform has been launched to offer detailed guidelines on IP protection in major countries.
As Chinese enterprises become more involved in global trade, they are encountering an increasing number of IP disputes overseas. Song noted that the lack of expertise, response capacity, and access to information has been a significant barrier to international expansion for some companies. To address this, the CNIPA is committed to continuing its support efforts.
To date, the CNIPA has signed intellectual property cooperation agreements with 57 countries under the Belt and Road Initiative, further solidifying China's commitment to protecting the IP rights of its businesses on the global stage.
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China strives to bolster overseas IP protection for enterprises
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