China's Ministry of Commerce announced on Monday that channels of communication with the European Union on intellectual property issues remain open, signaling a willingness to address concerns through dialogue.
The statement comes in response to the EU's recent decision to file a complaint at the World Trade Organization (WTO) against China's judicial rulings on standard essential patent disputes. On January 20, China received a consultation request from the EU regarding this matter, according to the ministry's online statement.
The ministry emphasized that China has consistently adhered to WTO rules and its accession commitments. \\"China has continuously improved legislation and law enforcement related to the protection of intellectual property rights, and its achievements have been widely recognized,\\" the statement noted.
China affirmed that it will handle subsequent matters in accordance with WTO rules, firmly safeguarding its legitimate rights and interests. The ministry expressed hope for constructive dialogue with the EU to resolve the issues at hand.
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China says it's open to communication with EU on intellectual property
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