In Q3 2012, Sina targeted small and medium-sized enterprises by incorporating this advertising system in a news feed.

FORBES: Key Drivers And Risks To Sina's $68 Valuation

Overall, according to the European Commission, the lack of a unified patent system is one reason why Europe's small and medium-sized technology firms fail to grow as quickly as those in America, Asia and elsewhere.

ECONOMIST: Europe's unwieldy patent regime

We have agreed to address a set of next-generation trade issues, including removing frictions in the global supply chains, helping small and medium-size enterprises grow and better plug into the global trading system, and adopting smart, market-oriented innovation policies.

WHITEHOUSE: President Obama Welcomes Leaders at APEC Summit

It's called a value system and because of that, we get more and more small- to medium-sized companies to support us in China.

CNN: Jack Ma Talkasia Transcript

Next week, tweaks in the tax system are expected to promote investment, especially in research and development by small and medium-sized companies.

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