The ICLG’s China Chapter of Patents 2026 (16th Edition) written by Tingting Liao, Zhiren Gao and Kaiman Pan summarizes China's patent enforcement and regulatory framework. It guides patent holders on choosing between civil courts and administrative bodies like the CNIPA for patent dispute resolution. The chapter covers rules on evidence, injunctions, and damages—including punitive damages for intentional infringement—and discusses patent invalidation, licensing, and term extensions, with attention to antitrust limitations. Overall, it presents China as an evolving patent jurisdiction with growing procedural maturity and a balanced approach to protecting innovation and public interest. 
Please click the following link to view the full China Chapter: https://iclg.com/practice-areas/patents-laws-and-regulations/china