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China’s IP Landscape Shifts: Declining Filings Amid Strengthened Enforcement and Quality Controls
China’s intellectual property system is undergoing significant transformation. Trademark and patent registrations have declined markedly since 2021, reflecting efforts to curb speculative filings and improve IP quality. Meanwhile, administrative enforcement of IP rights is intensifying, with increased caseloads and ne…
Wednesday, June 24, 2026