China accounted for nearly half of global patent applications in 2022, becoming the world's leading patent power.
According to a German report, China has emerged as the world's leading patent power, accounting for nearly half of all patent applications filed in 2022. This significant milestone highlights China's growing influence in the field of innovation and technology. The rapid pace of Chinese patent filings has contributed to China's position as a global leader in patent activity. In 2022, other countries such as the US, Japan, and EU member states filed 1.5 million patent applications, equating to around 44% of the total.
June 28, 2024
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