| In March 2021, the Supreme People′s Court issued the Interpretation on the Application of Punitive Damages in the Trial of Civil Cases of Intellectual Property Infringement(2021), fully demonstrating China′s determination to establish a punitive damages system for intellectual property rights to increase the cost of infringement. However, regarding challenges in the judicial application of punitive damages for copyright infringement, relevant authorities can implement several measures: distinguishing clearly between statutory and punitive damages, establishing precise criteria for applying punitive damages, refining calculation methods for punitive damage multipliers, and strengthening the application of punitive damages in procuratorial public interest litigation. These measures aim to enhance the copyright protection system, effectively deter infringement activities, and safeguard creators' legitimate rights and interests. |