Core Viewpoint - The construction of a strong intellectual property (IP) nation in China is a significant decision made by the central government, with notable progress made in 2024 through various initiatives and reforms aimed at enhancing IP protection, creation, utilization, and international cooperation [1]. Group 1: Strengthening IP System - The establishment of a national inter-ministerial joint meeting system for IP construction to coordinate key tasks [2] - Implementation of reforms in fiscal responsibilities related to IP at provincial levels [2] - Ongoing revisions of several key laws and regulations, including the Trademark Law and Copyright Law [2] Group 2: Higher Quality of IP Creation - A total of 1.045 million invention patents granted, 4.781 million trademarks registered, and 10.631 million copyrights registered in 2024 [3] - China ranks 11th in the 2024 Global Innovation Index, with 26 top global technology clusters [3] - International patent applications under the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) lead globally, with Madrid trademark registrations ranking third [3] Group 3: Improved IP Utilization Efficiency - Over 134.9 million patents evaluated for value across 2,700 universities and research institutions [4] - Patent transfer and licensing registrations increased by 29.9% year-on-year, with a notable 39.1% increase from universities and research institutions [4] - The value added by IP-intensive industries reached 16.87 trillion yuan, accounting for 13.04% of GDP [4] Group 4: Enhanced IP Protection - A total of 44,000 IP infringement cases were handled by market regulation departments [5] - Courts resolved 544,000 IP cases, with a significant number of criminal prosecutions for IP infringement [5] - Public satisfaction with IP protection reached a record high of 82.36 points [5] Group 5: Optimized IP Service System - Completion of high-standard tasks related to IP in the national business environment innovation pilot [6] - Establishment of 483 national-level IP public service institutions, providing over 1.45 million services [6] - Expansion of trademark service windows to 367 across 34 cities [6] Group 6: Broader International Cooperation on IP - Successful hosting of the World Intellectual Property Organization conference and the third "Belt and Road" IP high-level meeting [6] - Active participation in various international cooperation mechanisms to enhance IP collaboration [6] - Promotion of international agreements related to geographical indications [6]