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Thailand partners with royal police to combat IP violations

The initiative aims to remove Thailand from USTR’s notorious market list under the Special 301 Report.

South Korea’s IP Experts 2025

Stronger ties emerged between South Korea and ASEAN nations at the 8th ASEAN-Republic of Korea Heads of Intellectual Property Offices’ meeting in Seoul September 1-3, 2025. 

Singapore’s IP Experts 2025

Singapore, along with well-situated peers including Switzerland, Sweden, the United States and South Korea, has a comfortable perch atop the World Intellectual Property Organization’s Global Innovation Index (GII) 2025 rankings. 

U.S. creative sector raises concerns over ‘problematic’ amendments to Philippine IP Code

The changes could weaken the Philippines’ copyright protections.

China launches crackdown on illegal IP agency practices

The rectification campaign will target “seriously illegal agencies and practitioners.”

South Korean retailers double down on character IP as competition intensifies

Retailers use popular characters to drive sales.

ASEAN should view IP as a strategic economic asset, says Malaysia chairman

The chairman calls for stronger regional frameworks, improved IP valuation and greater support for MSMEs.

Cambodia reaffirms commitment to IP protection

Cambodia helped shape future ASEAN IP plans and supported new programmes.

2025 Asia IP Awards winners crowned in Kuala Lumpur

Philippines expresses strong confidence on report on counterfeits

USTR review is an opportunity to demonstrate tangible progress – IPOPHL acting director general

Uzbekistan, UK to launch joint IP rights enforcement training

The partnership follows Uzbekistan’s progress to aligning national laws with global IP standards.

China Strategies Guide 2025

Working in China's IP landscape requires strategic foresight and expert guidance.

South Korea, ASEAN deepen IP partnership to support regional growth

The agenda was solidified at the 8th Korea-ASEAN Heads of IP Offices Meeting in Seoul.

Philippines climbs to 50th in 2025 Global Innovation Index

IPOPHL director general says new policies will help sustain the Philippines’ strong performance.

Malaysia’s IP Experts 2025

Malaysia, once a humble player in the semiconductor industry, has pivoted from its traditional strengths in back-end manufacturing to cutting-edge design and advanced packaging, rewriting the rules of the game.