China's Ministry of Commerce announced on Monday that channels of communication with the European Union on intellectual property issues remain open, affirming its commitment to dialogue amid recent developments.
The statement comes in response to the EU filing a complaint at the World Trade Organization (WTO) against China's judicial rulings on standard essential patent disputes.
According to an online statement released by the ministry, China received a consultation request from the EU on January 20, addressing concerns over the matter.
The ministry emphasized that China has strictly adhered to WTO rules and its accession commitments, continuously improving legislation and law enforcement related to the protection of intellectual property rights. These achievements have been widely recognized, it added.
\"China will address subsequent matters in accordance with WTO rules and firmly safeguard its legitimate rights and interests,\" the ministry stated, underscoring its stance on the issue.
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China says it's open to communication with EU on intellectual property
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