Regional IP Cooperation: DGIP Delegates Play Key Role at 72nd AWGIPC Meeting in Vietnam The 72nd ASEAN Working Group on Intellectual Property Cooperation (AWGIPC) meeting was recently held in Da Nang, Vietnam, from April 22 to 26, 2024. This event marked an essential gathering for intellectual property stakeholders across ASEAN member nations. Representing the country, […]
The 72nd ASEAN Working Group on Intellectual Property Cooperation (AWGIPC) meeting was recently held in Da Nang, Vietnam, from April 22 to 26, 2024. This event marked an essential gathering for intellectual property stakeholders across ASEAN member nations.
Representing the country, the Indonesian delegation played an important role in driving regional IP cooperation forward. The team was led by senior representatives from the Directorate General of Intellectual Property (DGIP).
The delegation consisted of several key figures, including the Director of Cooperation and Education. In addition, the Director of Patents, Integrated Circuit Layout Design, and Trade Secrets joined the panel. The Director of IP Information Technology and the Director of Investigation and Dispute Resolution also actively participated.
The AWGIPC serves as a crucial platform where ASEAN member countries and dialogue partners converge. Together, they address the ASEAN Intellectual Property Rights Action Plan (AIPRAP) for 2016-2025. This plan remains a cornerstone for regional integration and economic development.
Originally, the meeting commenced with comprehensive updates on the progress of ASEAN Member States regarding Priority Economic Deliverables (PED). Subsequently, the committee highlighted the ongoing review of the ASEAN Intellectual Property Cooperation Framework Agreement (AFAIPC). This vital review is facilitated by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).
“This strategic evaluation will lay the groundwork for the next phase of AIPRAP from 2025 to 2045,” explained the committee. “Consequently, it aims for a much deeper integration and harmonization of IP policies across the region.”
[ASEAN IP Action Plan (AIPRAP) Timeline]
AIPRAP Phase 1 (2016 - 2025) ➔ Current WIPO Review ➔ AIPRAP Phase 2 (2025 - 2045 Goal: Policy Harmonization)
The representatives outlined the core priorities for 2024, focusing on several progressive initiatives:
Developing national policies and laws related to geographical indications.
Creating robust frameworks for protecting traditional knowledge and traditional cultural expressions.
Establishing an ASEAN roadmap for IP valuation to adapt to shifting global trends.
Within the AWGIPC framework, Indonesia is actively engaged in several deliverables crucial to the regional landscape. This includes the formal establishment of the ASEAN Intellectual Property Rights Helpdesk. Furthermore, Indonesia is leading the development of databases for genetic resources and traditional knowledge.
A significant aspect of the meeting was the strategic engagement with international dialogue partners. These prominent entities included the European Patent Office (EPO), the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO), and the United Kingdom Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO). Moreover, Timor-Leste participated as an official observer at the meeting for the very first time.
In conclusion, the 72nd AWGIPC meeting successfully provided a dynamic forum to chart the future course of regional IP cooperation. Indonesia’s active engagement clearly demonstrates its role in shaping cross-border governance.
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(source: http://www.dgip.go.id)
