当您在像印度尼西亚这样的外国提交商标时，风险并不总是来自直接抄袭。当地的“抢注者”往往会将您的商标翻译、音译或改造为印尼语（Bahasa Indonesia），从而制造出一个混淆性相似的版本，依然能够吸引您的市场，但在概念上却与您的商标相似甚至相同。 印尼《商标法》不仅承认相同商标，也承认混淆性相似商标可能构成侵权。然而，如果您仅以原始外文提交商标申请，就可能给他人留下机会，去抢先注册其印尼语对应版本。 例如，您已经在第3类（化妆品）中申请了“ROSE”商标。但如果审查员在审查过程中未能充分注意到概念上的相似性，其他人依然有机会在相同类别中注册“MAWAR”（“ROSE”的印尼语翻译）。 通过在一开始就同时申请印尼语版本的商标，您就能够锁定品牌身份的两个版本，大大增加了当地“山寨者”利用翻译漏洞的难度。 ? 邮箱 : [email protected] ? 电话预约 : +62 21 83793812 ? 微信 : AFFAIPR
In an encouraging update from Indonesia’s Directorate General of Intellectual Property (DGIP), the second quarter of 2025 recorded a total of 82,661 IP applications, with an impressive 92.99% of them already resolved—an increase of 7.45% compared to the same period last year. Here’s a quick breakdown: Copyrights: 41,855 applications, 100% resolved Trademarks: 33,613 applications, 30,630 resolved Patents: 2,876 applications, 2,336 resolved Industrial Designs: 1,856 applications, 2,030 resolved (some carried over from previous periods) Geographical Indications, Trade Secrets, and DTLST: minimal but all handled Others (post-application matters): 2,447 recorded What does this mean for IP owners and applicants? DGIP continues to demonstrate improved efficiency—particularly in Copyright and Trademark matters, which make up the majority of total submissions. For businesses and creators, this is a strong signal to proceed confidently with their IP registrations. At AFFA Intellectual Property Rights, we are proud to serve as your trusted partner in working with DGIP. As a registered and authorized IP consultant in Indonesia, we assist clients at every stage of the process: from filing and responding to office actions, to license recordals and post-registration services. Let us take care of the complexities, so you can stay focused on what you do best—growing your business and innovating. Need help protecting your IP in Indonesia? Book a free 15-minute consultation with one of our professional IP consultants: ? E-Mail : [email protected] ? Book a Call : +62 21 83793812 ? WhatsApp : +62 812 87000 889 Source: Ministry of Law of the Republic of Indonesia
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A new trade agreement between the United States and Indonesia, announced by President Donald J. Trump, marks a turning point for U.S. businesses eyeing Southeast Asia. The key highlights: Full market access for U.S. goods—no tariffs, no non-tariff barriers. Indonesia commits to purchasing $15 billion in U.S. energy, $4.5 billion in agricultural goods, and 50 Boeing jets. A 19% tariff remains on Indonesian goods entering the U.S. What Does This Mean for U.S. Brand Owners? Indonesia, with over 280 million consumers, is now one of the most accessible emerging markets for U.S. companies. But while opportunity is ripe, first-mover advantage goes only to those who protect their brands early. Seamless Market Entry, But Not Without Risk Lower costs and fewer trade barriers mean U.S. brands in fashion, beauty, tech, F&B, automotive and lifestyle can expand into Indonesia faster than ever. However, this also means faster exposure to copycats. Register Your Trademark Before Someone Else Does Indonesia follows a first-to-file Trademark system. That means anyone can register your brand name if you haven’t already—and legally block your business. Early registration isn’t just a legal formality; it’s your strongest business shield. Expect Counterfeits & Trademark Squatters With increased visibility comes increased risk. Unauthorized sellers, counterfeiters, and opportunistic squatters often rush to register well-known foreign brands locally. Once they do, legal recovery becomes costly and time-consuming. Secure Your Brand Now—Not After the Damage Is Done This trade deal opens the floodgates—but only for brands that are protected. Don’t let your U.S. success be undermined overseas. Register your Trademark in Indonesia before launching your products or entering into distributor agreements. Need help protecting your Trademark in Indonesia? Book a free 15-minute call with our professional consultant: ? E-Mail : [email protected] ? Book a Call : +62 21 83793812 ? WhatsApp : +62 812 87000 889