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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- InfrastructureSpecial Briefing: The State of Connection in AmericaTuesday, March 2402:00 PM EDT - 03:00 PM EDTVirtualLearn More
- Small BusinessC-Suite to Main Street: Building the Network That Builds Your BusinessThursday, April 1612:00 PM EDT - 12:30 PM EDTVirtualLearn More
- Intellectual PropertyGlobal IP SummitTuesday, April 2111:00 AM EDT - 11:00 AM EDTU.S. Chamber of Commerce, 1615 H St NW, Washington, DC 20062Learn More
Latest Content
- New analysis highlights the human and economic impact of medical breakthroughs as policymakers consider harmful MFN‑style pricing controlsBut price controls on medicines could put this progress at risk.The 2026 U.S. Chamber International IP Index reveals top economies are weakening IP protections while emerging markets rise, signaling a critical shift in the global innovation landscape.The Chamber’s 2026 International IP Index reveals advanced economies are faltering while emerging markets race ahead in strengthening intellectual property frameworks.The GAO’s findings underscore that using march‑in rights for price control lacks statutory grounding, would have minimal impact on drug costs, and could undermine the innovation partnerships that drive new medical breakthroughs.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.The report highlights the extraordinary societal and economic value of American medical innovation, which is saving lives, fueling economic growth, and delivering unparalleled returns on investment over a 30-year horizon.The U.S. cannot afford to adopt policies that stifle the very innovation that saves lives.The Chamber submitted its annual comments to USTR, calling for strong, robust enforcement of IP rights.North Carolina Secretary of State Elaine Marshall was honored with the U.S. Chamber Award for Excellence in IP Enforcement for her two-decade fight against counterfeit goods in the state.
