International Developments in IP

This site will provide an ongoing summary of current IP initiatives of international organisations such as WIPO, WTO, OECD, UNESCO, WHO, the EU and the Hague Conference on Private International Law. It is designed to provide an up-to-date and concise overview for professionals, academics and students. Users can also subscribe to regular email updates.

What's New
Australian candidate nominated to become next WIPO Director General
Standing Committee on Copyright and Related Rights meets to discuss protection of broadcasting organisations and limitations to copyright
Committee on Development and Intellectual Property holds first meeting
Intergovernmental Committee on Intellectual Property, Traditional Knowledge, Genetic Resources and Folklore meets in Geneva
Statistics on trade marks and patent filings for 2007 published
London Agreement regarding translation requirements for European patents enters into force
Public hearing on private copying levies
European Parliament votes against proposal to make Internet Service Providers shut off suspected pirates
Commissioner proposes extension of copyright term for performing artists
European Commission (EC) adopts Recommendation on the management of IP by public research organisations
EC consults on a guide on funding opportunities for research, development and innovation
European Innovation Scoreboard 2007 published
National search reports for Community trade marks become optional
OHIM publishes 2007 Annual Report
OHIM creates new Manual of Trade Mark Practice
Intergovernmental Working Group on Public Health, Innovation and Intellectual Property prepares draft strategy paper