Because novel ideas, inventions and brand names are initially embodied in IPR, they are later put into mass production and markets with further research opportunities.

China should realize that IPR are vital for transforming China from the world's top processor to one of its most important innovators, as well as for the country to occupy the higher-end of the market.

Therefore, sustainable development is the only choice for the country to shift from 'Made in China' to 'Invented in China,' so as to get rid of the tag, 'the world's factory'.