Although intangible cultural heritage belongs to both the nation in which it originates and the world, intellectual property systems need to protect ICH's innovative representations, said Dong Yueying, deputy director of the Cultural and Media Research Commission of the Shanghai Bar Association. She made her comments at a recent international forum on the development of traditional Chinese culture and IP protection. Dong cited Gaoqiao needlepoint tapestry as an example, saying her team has provided a multi-dimensional IP protection solution, covering copyrights, trademarks, patents, unfair competition and trade secrets.

Source: China Daily