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When science meets beauty: The patent strategies behind cosmetic innovation in Indonesia

How science has improved cosmetics – and how Indonesia can use utility models to encourage cosmetic innovation.

Demonstrating non-obviousness in multilayered glass inventions: Insights from experimental data and...

Proving inventive step is not just about having a creative idea. – Ranjan Narula and Survana Pandey

The present and the future of trade secrets

Trade secrets are emerging as powerful shields in industries where patents may fall short. — Excel V. Dyquiangco

Harnessing investor potential in Pakistan

Investors in Pakistan are getting new support through pro bono patent services under the Investor Assistance Program. — Excel V. Dyquiangco

2025 Asia IP’s editorial team reveals India’s top IP firms

India’s intellectual property regime has realized substantial improvements in recent years. Asia IP honours the top IP practices in the country with our annual India IP Awards.

The controversial gene patent

Should genes be patented? — Espie Angelica A. de Leon

The European patent in Laos

What rights holders gain and risk under Laos’ new validation system. — Excel V. Dyquiangco

SEP and FRAND in digital health

How are Taiwan and India shaping medtech patent licensing amid rising digital health demands? — Excel V. Dyquiangco

Indonesia Patent Working Statement due by December 31, 2025

Patent holders in Indonesia must submit a declaration of patent use each year.

Thailand promotes ePCT system for faster, cheaper international patents

Over 80 percent of Thailand’s PCT applications are filed through ePCT, showing the system’s efficiency.

2025 Asia IP Awards winners crowned in Kuala Lumpur

The ASEAN Guide to IP Protection: Introduction

With a combined population of over 700 million, growing purchasing power, and some of the world’s fastest-rising economies, the ASEAN region is rapidly emerging as a global powerhouse. – Karen Abraham

The ASEAN Guide to IP Protection: Preface

ASEAN has become a highly integrated and cohesive economic bloc connected with the global economy. – Vichea Suon

Laos IP Guide 2025

Recent reforms, including the 2025 trademark decision, European patent validation and strengthened enforcement, modernize Laos’ IP system and expand protection for innovators and investors.

Vietnam IP Guide 2025

S&O IP highlights Vietnam’s IP system with its newly established specialized IP courts, robust border recordal mechanisms and integrated administrative, civil and criminal enforcement.