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Collaborative Search and Examination (CS&E) between IPOS and DGIP

Patent, Intellectual Property

For innovators and Patent Holders seeking faster and higher-quality Patent prosecution, the Collaborative Search & Examination (CS&E) program offers a promising opportunity. A first in ASEAN, the IP Offices of Singapore and Indonesia have committed to accelerating the search and examination processes for the applicants who file Patents in both countries. The program was launched on January 2, 2025, for an initial period of two years. It is unclear whether this will be extended for now.   What Is CS&E?   CS&E is an international pilot initiative where participating Patent offices, such as those in Singapore (Intellectual Property Office of Singapore) and Indonesia (Directorate General of Intellectual Property), conduct joint searches and examinations on the same PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) application.   The result is a unified search and examination report that reflects insights from multiple jurisdictions, saving time, avoiding duplication, and improving quality.   Indonesia’s Role in CS&E   According to IPOS, Indonesia’s DGIP and IPOS share a combined quota for CS&E applications: Cap per year: 10 (shared by DGIP and IPOS) Cap per month: 1 (rollover allowed, up to max 2) Cap per applicant: 1 per month   This means that if you are entering the Indonesian national phase via PCT, and your application qualifies for CS&E, the DGIP may collaborate with IPOS to produce a joint search report, potentially accelerating your prosecution process.   Eligibility   Applicants who wish to take advantage of this program must meet the following criteria:   Appointment of local representative/address (i.e. registered IP agent/attorney). The application should contain 20 or fewer claims, including three or fewer independent claims. Adherence to the CS&E volume limit.   Key Features   Complimentary CS&E Request until 1 January 2027, but the fees for filing, search and examination should still be paid. Enhanced Prior Art Search and Examination Results.   How Can Applicants Benefit from CS&E in Indonesia or Singapore?   Accelerated First Office Action within 10 months. Prioritised Examination. Deferred Translation and Official Costs for Filing and/or Search and Examination.   You may request CS&E through IPOS or DGIP if: Your PCT application designates Indonesia and Singapore. You are within the quota (as above). You wish to leverage a unified search/exam result for faster decisions.   Want to explore CS&E or other Patent acceleration strategies in Indonesia? Contact us to book a free 15-minute consultation with our Patent Attorneys: ? E-Mail : [email protected] ? Book a Call : +62 21 83793812   Source: IPOS – Collaborative Search and Examination Programme Factsheet

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IOC & WIPO Join Forces to Promote IP Use & Management in Sport

Intellectual Property

IP rights are increasingly important in the sports industry, as they protect brands, logos, and other intellectual property assets, while the global sports industry is worth an estimated $624 billion. To ensure that IP is used responsibly and sustainably and that it benefits all stakeholders in the sports ecosystem, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) have signed a Framework Cooperation Agreement to promote the use and management of intellectual property (IP) in sports.    The agreement, which was signed on June 13, 2023, at the Olympic House in Lausanne, Switzerland, establishes a legal framework for the collaboration between the two organizations. The IOC and WIPO are both committed to the development and promotion of innovation, creativity, and the responsible management of IP in sports. By working together, they aim to foster common goals within their missions, including: Protecting the IP rights of athletes, sports organizations, and other stakeholders in the sports industry; Promoting the use of IP to drive innovation and creativity in sports; Ensuring that IP is used responsibly and sustainably.   The agreement between the IOC and WIPO will cover a wide range of activities, including: Sharing information and best practices on IP management; Collaborating on research and development projects; Organizing joint training and education programs; Providing technical assistance to sports organizations.   The IOC and WIPO believe that this agreement will help to strengthen the global sports ecosystem and ensure that IP is used to its full potential to benefit athletes, sports organizations, and fans around the world. If you need further information regarding the registration and protection of Intellectual Property in Indonesia and abroad, don’t hesitate to contact us via [email protected]. Sources: The Olympics