Intellectual Property
Every innovation that improves lives, advances society, and drives our economy starts with an idea. Strong intellectual property rights—including patents, trademarks, and copyrights—protect and incentivize those ideas. When inventors, researchers, engineers, artists, and entrepreneurs have legal certainty that their work will be protected and rewarded, they can keep the transformative ideas coming. Intellectual property protections also shield consumers from dangerous fake and counterfeit goods, giving people assurances that products—from life-saving medicines to toys—are safe and authentic.
Medical Innovation Means Americans are Living Longer, Better Lives
But price controls on medicines could put this progress at risk.
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The U.S. Chamber’s 14th International IP Index evaluates 55 economies across 53 criteria to provide actionable guidance on strengthening intellectual property systems that drive innovation, creativity, and global economic growth.
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Our Work
The U.S. Chamber’s Global Innovation Policy Center champions innovation and creativity through intellectual property standards so businesses can save lives, solve problems, create jobs, advance growth, and enhance society. Our work to protect strong intellectual property rights begins in Washington, D.C., and extends to countries across the globe.
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- Workforce2026 Military Spouse Employment SummitThursday, May 2110:00 AM EDT - 02:30 PM EDTHybridLearn More
- TechnologyAI + Work (Talent Forward 2026)Wednesday, May 2708:15 AM EDT - 05:30 PM EDTU.S. Chamber of Commerce, 1615 H St NW, Washington, DC 20062Learn More
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Latest Content
- Business‑led enforcement, reinforced by targeted public‑sector partnerships, is increasingly proving to be the most effective way to push back against the nearly $500 billion global counterfeit trade.This year's report puts IP and market access at the forefront of global trade.The 2026 International IP Index shows that while many economies increasingly recognize the economic and strategic value of design rights, progress on design protection remains uneven.Robust and enforceable trademark protections face new challenges in an ever-evolving retail world.The 2026 International IP Index highlights where economies are embracing copyright protection and enforcement to advance creativity and where governments are falling behind.The patent landscape remains increasingly uncertain, sending mixed signals to innovators and investors alike.The 2026 International IP Index highlights growing momentum to strengthen IP protection worldwide, showing that countries that prioritize clear rules, strong enforcement, and public–private collaboration are best positioned to attract investment and lead in innovation.Argentina takes meaningful steps to enhance their IP system.New analysis highlights the human and economic impact of medical breakthroughs as policymakers consider harmful MFN‑style pricing controls
