China's Intellectual Property Development Progress in 2025 Announced at Press Conference
On April 23, 2026, the State Council Information Office held a press conference to discuss China's progress in intellectual property (IP) development for the year 2025. The event was led by Rui Wenbiao, Deputy Director of the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA), and included other key officials. The conference highlighted the completion of first-stage objectives under the IP Power Nation Outline and the 14th Five-Year Plan, with priorities set for 2026. Notable achievements included China becoming the first country with over 5 million valid invention patents, significant enforcement activities, and advancements in legislative measures. The conference also outlined focus areas for 2026, such as emerging technology protection and market regulation enforcement priorities. 
