Today, the ASEAN group and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) have collaboratively introduced the ASEAN Intellectual Property (IP) Register. This novel platform, driven by sophisticated information exchange technology, amalgamates the latest IP data from all ten ASEAN Member States under WIPO’s care. Functioning as a singular point of entry, the ASEAN IP Register simplifies patent, trademark, and design inquiries for concerned parties.
WIPO’s Director General, Daren Tang, commended ASEAN’s advancements towards the technology-focused development of the ASEAN Economic Community, underscoring WIPO’s dedication to nurturing a favorable IP ecosystem. This launch corresponds to substantial expansion in ASEAN’s IP applications, spotlighting the flourishing intangible assets within the region. Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, ASEAN’s Secretary-General, envisions leveraging the register’s capabilities to establish a premier Intellectual Property Hub through intensified ASEAN-WIPO cooperation. Read more