China on Wednesday unveiled a report on intellectual property (IP) protection for Chinese new energy vehicles (NEV) at the ongoing second China International Supply Chain Expo in Beijing.
The report, titled "Research on Overseas Trademark Registration and Protection for Chinese New Energy Vehicles" was released by the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT). It highlights that China has established a comprehensive industrial ecosystem that covers key areas such as basic chips, sensors, and computing platforms. The development of China's intelligent connected vehicle sector is rapidly advancing, with many Chinese auto brands swiftly completing their initial global trademark registrations.
However, the report notes that there is still room for improvement in areas such as monitoring and preventing trademark squatting, more proactive strategies for cutting-edge products and services, and handling of overseas trademark disputes.
"[We should] strengthen the protection of overseas intellectual property for new energy vehicles, organize industry associations to participate in the formulation of international rules and standards for the new energy vehicle sector, and guide and support enterprises in their international trade and investment cooperation," said Zhang Shaogang, vice president of the CCPIT at the release ceremony.
The official also emphasized that auto manufacturers typically hold extensive and diverse IP portfolios. Due to fierce market competition, intellectual property risks and disputes are unavoidable. In addition to legal jurisdiction, international practice often favors arbitration or mediation to resolve cross-border disputes. Both intellectual property organizations and the CCPIT have established arbitration and mediation mechanisms to help Chinese automakers in resolving cross-border IP disputes.
Additionally, exhibitors in the smart vehicle section of the expo launched the "Joint Initiative to Co-create a Low-Carbon Smart Mobility Future". The initiative advocates for the integration of technological innovation, policy support, and market mechanisms to build a low-carbon, smart mobility ecosystem while promoting the convergence of vehicles, roads, and cloud technologies.
Themed "Connecting the World for a Shared Future," the five-day expo opened on Tuesday, putting a spotlight on a more "chain-centric" approach. Through booth placements and exhibit configurations, it demonstrates critical points across the upstream, midstream, and downstream sectors of various chains.
China unveils report on NEV IP protection
China unveils report on NEV IP protection
