The Current Reality with IP in China

摘要

Companies rising business in China should be proactive in protecting their IP. Intellectual property ("IP") has become an important component of the Chinese economy. What may be less appreciated, though, are the steps being taken in China to protect IP. In 2006 alone, Chinese courts concluded nearly 2,300 criminal cases involving IP, sentenced over 3,500 criminals, and resolved over 14,000 civil cases. China is making significant efforts to combat IP violations, including patents and trademarks. Accordingly, companies doing business in or with China should be proactive in protecting their IP in China.