The 2025 AIPPI China Members Congress was held on December 15 in Beijing. Secretary-General Guo Xiaojun delivered the annual work report, reviewing the year's key achievements. The congress focused on three main topics to explore China’s role in global IP governance. Beijing Lecome Law Firm (hereinafter referred as LecomeLaw) participated as a member, engaging in discussions on industry innovation.Focusing on Institutional Building, Contributing Chinese InsightsThe first session of the congress centered on "Strengthening Institutional Building to Promote AIPPI Resolutions Reflecting Chinese Insights and Perspectives." Experts comprehensively outlined the practical approaches taken by the AIPPI China in areas such as topic solicitation, thematic research, and the discussion and voting on draft resolutions. They emphasized enhancing the professionalism and representativeness of China's thematic research reports by improving personnel arrangements and process design.Inspiring Professional Vitality, Empowering the Industry EcosystemDuring the session themed "Inspiring the Vitality of Special Committees to Enhance the Influence and Appeal of the National Group," representatives from various special committees shared successful models of committee collaboration, cross-committee coordination, and participation in thematic research. Discussions explored how committees can play a more active role in events like the AIPPI Annual Congress and the Young IP Dialogues, collectively boosting the international influence of China's professional IP force.Charting an International Blueprint, Embarking on a New JourneyLooking ahead, the congress held a strategic seminar on "Building an Internationally Influential Intellectual Property Organization." Proposals were made to comprehensively elevate the international influence and industry appeal of the AIPPI China through initiatives such as hosting international brand forums, deepening cooperation with domestic and foreign institutions, and optimizing the AIPPI China's brand image and communication mechanisms. These efforts aim to provide solid support for Chinese enterprises integrating into the global IP ecosystem.ConclusionThe congress provided a platform for global IP dialogue and outlined ways for deeper involvement in international rule-making. LecomeLaw will continue to collaborate with AIPPI China and global IP organizations, contributing to China's IP development.

Yokohama, Japan – The 2025 International Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property (AIPPI) World Congress successfully concluded on September 16, 2025, in Yokohama, Japan. This year’s event brought together over 2,700 intellectual property experts, attorneys, and corporate representatives from more than 100 countries. Mr. Peng Lijian, Director of the International Department of Beijing Lecome Law Firm, attended the congress on behalf of the firm.During the conference, we actively participated in various events, including panel sessions, exhibition booth visits, and in-depth exchanges with intellectual property firms from Europe, the Americas, Asia, and other regions. These interactions provided a comprehensive understanding of the latest developments and trends in global intellectual property protection. Key topics discussed at the congress included IP mediation, AI-related legal cases, trade secret protection, anti-counterfeiting strategies, and the impact of AI on the gaming industry, offering valuable insights and learning opportunities for all attendees.We engaged in profound discussions with multiple international firms on cross-border IP protection, patent and trademark applications, and litigation practices, leading to the preliminary establishment of collaborative intentions. These exchanges have laid a solid foundation for enhancing the firm’s ability to serve clients’ cross-border intellectual property needs in the future.We believe that participating in the AIPPI Congress allows us to remain at the forefront of global intellectual property developments and gain in-depth knowledge of the latest practices across various jurisdictions. We will translate the insights gained from this conference into dynamic solutions for our clients, continuing to provide forward-looking and effective intellectual property strategies for enterprises both in China and abroad.Beijing Lecome Law Firm remains committed to staying updated on global intellectual property trends and elevating its professional services through active participation in international exchanges. Moving forward, we will continue to dedicate ourselves to offering high-quality IP legal services to domestic and international clients, supporting enterprises in safeguarding their legitimate rights and interests within the global competitive landscape.

The 14th China Intellectual Property Annual Conference (CIPAC), themed "Intellectual Property in the Digital Age," was successfully held at the China National Convention Center Phase II in Beijing on September 11-12, 2025. Mr. Shen Changyu, Commissioner of the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA), Mr. Li Zhongjun, Vice Governor of Jiangsu Province, and Mr. Grigory Ivliev, President of the Eurasian Patent Office, attended and addressed the opening ceremony. Mr. Daren Tang, Director General of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), sent a congratulatory letter to the conference. The opening ceremony was presided over by Mr. Hu Wenhui, Deputy Commissioner of CNIPA.Figure 1: Venue of the 14th China Intellectual Property Annual ConferenceFigure 2: Scene from the CIPAC Opening CeremonyAt the annual conference, numerous distinguished guests from relevant government departments, academia, and the business sector delivered keynote speeches. The event attracted over 8,000 participants, including the Head of the WIPO China Office, leaders from relevant departments of CNIPA, heads of intellectual property administrative departments from various provinces, autonomous regions, and municipalities, representatives from foreign embassies and consulates in China and international organizations, as well as representatives from domestic and international enterprises and intellectual property service agencies.This year's conference featured one main forum and twelve parallel sub-forums. Participants engaged in exchanges focusing on hot topics in intellectual property, while also having the opportunity to visit and experience AI digital interactions and participate in patent, trademark, and geographical indication matching activities. The conference also hosted diverse side events such as roadshows and competitions, providing a platform for the industry to showcase the latest achievements and deepen exchanges and cooperation.Figure 3: Scene from the CIPAC Main ForumFigure 4: Scene from a CIPAC Matching ActivityMs. Song Yanmeng from the International Department attended this annual conference. During the event, she exchanged views with several foreign law firms on topics including international IP protection, cross-border IP dispute resolution, and corporate IP strategy management. She also shared insights on the potential IP risks Chinese enterprises might face when "going global" under the current international landscape. Ms. Song actively participated in multiple sub-forums, listening to and learning from the typical cases shared by speakers. She delved into the characteristics of intellectual property dispute resolution across different legal jurisdictions and emphasized the importance of evidence collection, application of law, and international cooperation in foreign-related IP cases.Figure 5: Ms. Song Yanmeng at the ConferenceMore Photos from the Event:Beijing Lecome Law Firm has long specialized in intellectual property legal affairs and consistently stays abreast of global IP developments. By participating in international exchange activities, the firm continuously enhances its professional service capabilities. Moving forward, Beijing Lecome Law Firm remains committed to providing high-quality intellectual property legal services to both domestic and international clients, assisting enterprises in protecting their legitimate rights and interests within the global competitive landscape.