# China Intellectual Property Conference in Beijing > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/china-intellectual-property-conference-in-beijing > Updated: 2026-09-30T04:15:56.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 2. The 15th annual China Intellectual Property Conference (CIPAC) was scheduled to be held in Beijing on September 8-9, 2026. Organized by the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA), the event was designed to align with the objectives of China’s 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) by focusing on high-quality development within the sector. Following the event, it was reported that over 8,000 representatives from government sectors, international organizations, research institutes, and global enterprises attended. Discussions centered on the intersection of intellectual property and emerging technologies, specifically addressing AI-driven innovation and data security. Participants also addressed global governance issues, including the management of Standard Essential Patents (SEP) and the implementation of the revised Trademark Law expected in 2027. The conference emphasized international cooperation through involvement with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the International Trademark Association (INTA) to bolster China’s role in global intellectual property governance. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-30: China Intellectual Property Annual Conference held in Beijing The 15th China Intellectual Property Annual Conference in Beijing focused on high-quality development for the '15th Five-Year Plan,' addressing AI, global patent governance, and supporting Chinese enterprises'. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/china-intellectual-property-annual-conference-held-in-beijing ### 2026-09-02: China to host 15th annual Intellectual Property Conference in Beijing The 15th annual China Intellectual Property Conference (CIPAC) will be held in Beijing on September 8-9, focusing on high-quality development and innovation for the 2026-2030 Five-Year Plan period. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/china-to-host-15th-annual-intellectual-property-conference-in-beijing --- Cite as: China Intellectual Property Conference in Beijing. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/china-intellectual-property-conference-in-beijing