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ASEAN should view IP as a strategic economic asset, says Malaysia chairman
09 November 2025The chairman calls for stronger regional frameworks, improved IP valuation and greater support for MSMEs.
The 15th HKTDC Business of IP Asia Forum
09 November 2025The 15th HKTDC Business of IP Asia Forum (BIPAsia) will take place on December 4–5 at Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, under the theme “Leverage IP to Finance Business Growth”.
Myanmar introduces new procedures for IP border protection
30 October 2025The new rules give rights holders a tool to tackle copyright violations.
Philippines expresses strong confidence on report on counterfeits
30 October 2025USTR review is an opportunity to demonstrate tangible progress – IPOPHL acting director general
Uzbekistan, UK to launch joint IP rights enforcement training
23 October 2025The partnership follows Uzbekistan’s progress to aligning national laws with global IP standards.
IPOS reduces number of free claims per patent application, increases fees
22 October 2025Is the move justified?
Hotel and restaurant group in India calls for gov’t action in disputes with copyright societies
21 October 2025Overlapping royalty payments to various copyright societies are a key problem
Australian advisory body’s report tackles possibility of text and data mining exception in copyright...
17 October 2025TDM exception will provide a more limited new fair dealing exception – lawyer
Bahrain, Japan to launch Patent Prosecution Highway in 2026
17 October 2025The two aims to streamline the patent examination process.
Indonesia proposes WIPO treaty for fairer creator royalties in digital era
17 October 2025The proposal outlines a global framework to boost transparency and fairness.
Macau court dismisses patent claims on gaming firm
14 October 2025While the court dismissed the long-standing claims, the dispute may not be over.
WIPO leader who demystified IP for laypersons – SG Minister for Law on re-electionist Daren Tang
09 October 2025Singapore’s Minister for Law and Second Minister for Home Affairs Edwin Tong cites Tang’s accomplishments
Covid 19 vaccine developed in Bangladesh gets U.S. patent
09 October 2025What is the significance of the patent to Bangladesh and its pharma sector?
Thailand launches online platforms to combat music copyright fraud
08 October 2025The platforms simplifies music licensing and eliminates fraudulent copyright collection.
South Korea, ASEAN deepen IP partnership to support regional growth
08 October 2025The agenda was solidified at the 8th Korea-ASEAN Heads of IP Offices Meeting in Seoul.