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This program is designed to provide companies with a regular update on the advances made to provide U.S. products a safe and equitable market in China.

Background

Protecting and enforcing the intellectual property rights of U.S. business in China is critically important for the continued success of the U.S. economy. Proper protection leads to fair and equitable returns on company investments and continued prosperity in a major export market.

Pennsylvania Statistics

China is Pennsylvania's 5 largest export market. In 2005 alone, approximately $930 million worth of Pennsylvanian exports were sent to China, a 19.5% increase from 2004.

Past Programs

Latest on IPR in China: JCCT & Special 301
May 11 2:00pm – 3:30pm EST
Briefing by U.S. Government officials on the 2006 Joint Commission on Commerce and Trade (JCCT) and the Special 301 Report. Download here.

China’s 2006 IPR Action Plan

May 18 2:00pm – 3:30pm EST
Briefing by China’s Counselor for Intellectual Property from the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the United States. Download here.

Joint Enforcement Actions

June 8 2:00pm - 3:30pm EST
A discussion of collaboration and joint efforts within industries for anti-counterfeiting and piracy enforcement in China. Download here.

China IPR Toolkit

Please look through the China IPR Toolkit.