Abstract

The China-U.S. trade war has led to a growing number of patent litigations against Chinese enterprises in the United States, with the number of cases increasing annually and involved industries primarily concentrated in manufacturing and technology-intensive sectors. Chinese enterprises generally face challenges including insufficient patent portfolios, inadequate awareness of infringement risks, limited understanding of U.S. litigation procedures, strategic deficiencies in responding to lawsuits, and high costs associated with cross-border litigation. To address these challenges, Chinese enterprises should: 1) Strengthen patent portfolio development to enhance core competitiveness; 2) Improve patent risk management systems and establish litigation monitoring and early warning mechanisms; 3) Adopt flexible litigation strategies and consider settlement options when appropriate; 4) Proactively collaborate with external stakeholders including government agencies, industry associations, and legal institutions to collectively address litigation risks and safeguard legitimate rights.

Keywords: China-U.S. Trade War, Patent Litigation, Litigation Response Strategies, Risk Prevention and Control