The Indonesian IP Office (DGIP) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the protection and development of Intellectual Property (IP) in Indonesia. 2025 has been declared the Year of Copyright and Industrial Design, marking a new strategic initiative to strengthen Indonesia’s IP ecosystem. This policy not only aims to raise awareness of the importance of Copyrights and Industrial Designs but also to create a more conducive environment for businesses and investors, both domestic and international.
This declaration is based on several initiatives and policies implemented by DGIP over recent years. After the 2024 Year of Geographical Indications, DGIP recorded a significant increase in IP applications, demonstrating heightened public awareness of the importance of IP protection. With the declaration of the Year of Copyright and Industrial Design, DGIP aims to continue this positive trend, particularly by increasing the registration of Copyrights and Industrial Designs.
DGIP has set ambitious targets, with the Director General of Intellectual Property aiming for increased Non-Tax State Revenue (PNBP) for 2026: IDR 28,156,750,000 from Copyrights, IDR 354,753,680,000 from Trademarks, and IDR 529,167,083,000 from Patents and Trade Secrets.
DGIP’s Achievements in 2024
As a foundation for 2025, DGIP achieved several milestones during 2024:
- Increase in Intellectual Property Applications
DGIP recorded a significant increase in IP applications, including Copyrights, Industrial Designs, and Geographical Indications. In 2024, more than 15,000 Copyright applications were recorded, a 20% increase compared to the previous year. DGIP also received approximately 5,000 Industrial Design applications, reflecting a 15% growth. Furthermore, 50 new Geographical Indication applications were filed, indicating rising public awareness of protecting local wealth-based products. - Launch of the 2025-2029 National Geographical Indications Roadmap
This strategy aims to strengthen the management and preservation of Geographical Indication-based products, providing direct economic benefits to local communities. - Enhanced Services and Transparency
Through various initiatives, including the 2024 IP Program Financial Coordination Meeting, DGIP improved service efficiency, especially by expediting IP registration processes to enhance user experience. - International Collaboration
DGIP successfully established partnerships with international organizations to strengthen IP protection in Indonesia. These collaborations included training, capacity-building for human resources, and promoting Indonesian IP products in global markets. - Key IP-Based Regional Programs
This initiative encourages the development of IP-based regions to support sustainable economies, enhancing the competitiveness of local products in international markets. These programs range from the Development of Geographical Indications-Based Local Products, Creative Economy Zones Based on IP, to IP-Based SME Assistance.
Strategic Policies Supporting the Year of Copyright and Industrial Design
To ensure the success of this initiative, DGIP has formulated several strategic policies and measures:
- Updating the 2024-2029 Strategic Plan
During the Strategic Plan Update meeting in Bogor in December 2024, DGIP designed data-driven programs to anticipate future needs and challenges. This step ensures that policies related to Copyrights and Industrial Designs align with global dynamics. - Strengthening Services and Financial Management
Through the 2024 IP Program Financial Coordination Meeting, DGIP focused on improving services and the potential for Non-Tax State Revenue (PNBP). Efficient financial management has become a priority to support optimal operations, particularly in expediting the registration and protection of Copyrights and Industrial Designs. - IP-Based Regional Programs
DGIP launched flagship programs that utilize IP-based regions to support sustainable economies. This approach aims to enhance the competitiveness of local products with IP value in global markets, providing direct economic benefits to communities and businesses. - 2025-2029 National Geographical Indications Roadmap
While focusing on Geographical Indications, this roadmap serves as an example of how DGIP designs comprehensive strategies for IP management. Similar approaches are expected to be applied to Copyrights and Industrial Designs, emphasizing preservation and innovation.
Positive Impacts for Businesses and Investors
Through these policies, DGIP not only strengthens Indonesia’s IP ecosystem but also sends positive signals to international businesses and investors. These conducive conditions include:
- Faster Services:
Improved speed and transparency in IP recordation, registration, and protection processes.
- Legal Certainty:
Structured policies provide better protection for rights holders.
- Global Competitiveness:
Strengthened IP-based regions allow local products to compete more effectively in international markets.
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Despite the many initiatives launched, challenges remain, such as low public awareness of the importance of IP protection and the need for adequate infrastructure. However, with DGIP’s commitment, 2025 is expected to be a monumental year for strengthening Copyright and Industrial Design protection in Indonesia.
The declaration of the 2025 Year of Copyright and Industrial Design is DGIP’s tangible step in solidifying Indonesia’s position as a country that supports Intellectual Property protection. This policy aims to raise awareness of the importance of Copyrights and Industrial Designs and create a more conducive environment for businesses and investors, both domestic and international.
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