Chongqing - On November 18, the Chongqing Intellectual Property Protection Symposium brought together representatives from foreign consulates, international business associations, and foreign-invested enterprises. The event aimed to enhance global cooperation in intellectual property (IP) rights and demonstrate Chongqing’s dedication to safeguarding IP as part of its modernization strategy.

the Chongqing Intellectual Property Protection Symposium (Photo/Feng Xiaolou)

Attendees included officials from the consulates of Hungary, Canada, the Philippines, Japan, Italy, Myanmar, Uruguay, and Cambodia, along with representatives from the EU Chamber of Commerce in China and various foreign enterprises.

Prior to the symposium, participants visited several key IP service institutions, including the Chongqing service window of the China National Intellectual Property Administration, the Chongqing Trademark Examination Cooperation Center, and the Jiangbei IP Management Platform. These site visits provided an in-depth understanding of Chongqing’s IP administration, practical applications, and measures for enterprise protection.

the Chongqing Intellectual Property Protection Symposium (Photo/Feng Xiaolou)

During the symposium, Chongqing’s top IP officials outlined the city’s progress in protecting and developing intellectual property. Representatives from the Public Security Bureau, Market Regulation Administration, China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT), and Chongqing Customs explained their respective roles in supporting IP enforcement and regulation. He Dawei, director-general of the Chongqing Municipal Administration of Intellectual Property, highlighted the city’s commitment to equal protection for both domestic and foreign-funded enterprises.

Foreign consular officials, business delegates, and representatives from international organizations shared their perspectives on improving IP enforcement and fostering stronger partnerships between local authorities and foreign stakeholders. Samantha Tam, deputy consul general of the Consulate General of Canada in Chongqing, praised the city’s progress, saying that IP has become a lower concern for Canadian companies over the years.

Samantha Tam in the IP symposium (Photo/Feng Xiaolou)

The Chongqing Intellectual Property Office emphasized that these initiatives align with international IP standards while promoting transparency and fairness in business practices. The city’s efforts are part of its broader ambition to achieve high-quality and sustainable development.

The event concluded with officials reaffirming their commitment to continuous dialogue and collaboration. They emphasized the importance of comprehensive, lawful, and equitable IP protection as a cornerstone of Chongqing’s economic and social advancement.