On 12 December, the European Commission and the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) signed a new project in support of Ukraine, the Republic of Moldova and Georgia. This new project, implemented by the EUIPO, aims at supporting economic development in the three partner countries by strengthening intellectual property rights and creating a favourable environment for innovation, creativity and competition. The agreement signed today is the result of our new, enhanced cooperation with the EUIPO. It establishes a 4-year programme in Ukraine, Moldova and Georgia which is co-financed by the European Commission with €2.8 million and by the EUIPO with €1.2 million for a total amount of €4 million.
Advancing on the Economic Investment Plan in the Eastern Partnership
This new programme will contribute directly to the objectives set in the Economic and Investment Plan (EIP) for the Eastern Partnership by supporting the establishment of a strong legal framework that upholds and enforces intellectual property rights (IPR). Intellectual property rights play a crucial role in fostering economic development by encouraging innovation, attracting investment and stimulating competition. With this joint action, the European Commission, the EUIPO and partner countries will work together towards building more resilient, competitive and integrated economies. Read more