1. The World Intellectual Property Organization An Organization for the future.. Welcome

2. Presentation History of Int’l IP System WIPO Today WIPO’s Main Activities

3. Milestones : 1883 to 2004 Paris Convention 1883 1886 1891 1893 1925 1960 1967 1970 1989 2002 Berne Convention Madrid Agreement BIRPI Hague Agreement BIRPI moves to Geneva WIPO Convention WIPO established PCT Madrid Protocol Internet Treaties

4. Status: An int’l intergovernmental organization Member States: 183 Staff: 915 from 94 countries Treaties Administered: 24 Decisions by: GA, CC, WIPO Conference Guiding Principles: Transparency, Accountability, Consensus To promote the protection of IP rights worldwide and extend the benefits of the international IP system to all member States WIPO’s Mission: Basic Facts about WIPO

5. Intellectual Property: A Tool for Development “In the age of the knowledge economy, the efficient and creative use of knowledge is a key determinant of international competitiveness, wealth creation and improved social welfare.” “An effective intellectual property (IP) system embedded within a national strategy which anchors IP considerations firmly within the policy-making process will help a nation to promote and protect its intellectual assets, thereby driving economic growth and wealth creation.” Kamil Idris WIPO Director General

6. Strategic Goals n Promotion of an IP culture –build a foundation for more solid & extensive IP culture –better understanding & use of IP system. –Greater respect for IP rights n IP policies as part of Nat’l Dvpt. Strategies n Development of balanced IP laws responsive to emerging needs n Delivery of quality global IP protection systems n Enhanced Access to IP System –practical solutions to empower all stakeholders to develop, protect, enforce, manage and commercially exploit IPRs for development

7. Outreach Intellectual Property Offices Public Sector & Policy-Makers General Public & Civil Society Building awareness

8. WIPO’s Activities Norm- Setting Services to Industry Economic Development

9. n AIM: Progressive development of international IP law for an IP system that is: –balanced/responsive to emerging needs –effective in encouraging innovation/creativity –sufficiently flexible to accommodate national policy objectives n Address/provide info. on current & emerging issues in IP - (review/discussion of topical issues in standing committees). Norm Setting

10. A Success Story: Functional challenges: (success has generated operational issues) Political challenges: (greater public scrutiny) > Clarify current/emerging issues > Discuss improvements in op. principles/practice > Address issues in line with national/international economic development strategies Aim: Take into account interests of all stakeholders. A system that is balanced, reliable, swift, user-friendly, accessible,cost-effective atents

11. Norm Setting opyright & Related Rights: - encourage broader use of system - ensure it is in line with digital environ. Priorities: Implementation of WCT/WPPT ( major step forward in updating CR at international level) Build consensus on topical issues

12. Norm Setting Tools for domestic/international commerce, marketing strategies n Develop int’l TM law (TLT Revision) n Legal advice n Promote convergence of admin. practices n Soft Law approach n Promote dvpt./use of registration systems rademarks, Designs, Geographical Indications

13. Norm Setting Traditional Knowledge, Access to Genetic Resources, Folklore Aim: Generate practical benefits from using IPS/use IP assets to support socio-ec. development, cultural integrity of communities/address concerns of indigenous peoples, etc Genetic Resources & Benefit Sharing Traditional Knowledge & Innovations. IGC (2000): Int’l Forum for tackling issues at several interlocking levels IGC (2000): Int’l Forum for tackling issues at several interlocking levels debating broad policy and legal questions; sharing practical experience; and developing practical tools and mechanisms Current situation: Maturing process - common objectives/ core principles. WIPO GA: new mandate - international dimension/no outcome excluded

14. Economic Development To maximize strategic use of IP for development by: - updating IP legislation - upgrading IP infrastructure - demystifying IP - promoting understanding of policy options offered by IPS Approach: tailored to specific national needs (NFAPs, etc. via regional offices) Focus Shift: deliverables, capitalize on assistance rendered.

15. Emphasis on …. n Networks - synergistic relationships n Outreach n Training n Collective Copyright Management Organizations n Innovation Promotion

16. n Distance Learning Program n Professional Training n Policy Dvpt., Tchg & Rsrch n Approach: Training trainers n Partnerships with Academic Institutions/IGOs/NGOs - synergies for dvpt. n Joint programs/publications, promo. materials WIPO Worldwide Academy Training

17. Economic Development Innovators & SMEs n Dynamic Economic Sector n Aim: improve IP awareness to enable formulation & implementation of: –policies; –programs; –strategies to enhance strategic use of IP assets by innovators/SMEs e.g. licensing agreements; finance; IP information to monitor competitors, etc.

18. Services I. Enhancement of global protection systems to further simplify and reduce costs of obtaining protection in multiple countries for: PATENTS (PCT): - PCT Reform - E-filing TRADEMARKS (MADRID) INDUSTRIAL DESIGNS (HAGUE) GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS (LISBON) MICRO-ORGANISMS (BUDAPEST)

19. The Patent Cooperation Treaty

20. Services Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) offered by WIPO Arbitration & Mediation Center - tailor- made D R procedures, e.g.: - UDRP criteria: - identical/confusingly similar - legitimate interest - bad faith - cost-effective and expeditious procedure (see http://arbiter.wipo.int) - WIPO Trademark Database Portal (http://ecommerce.wipo.int/databases/trademark/)

21. WIPO’s Income 2006-2007 Total: 531 M CHF

22. The World Intellectual Property Organization http://www.wipo.intcathy.jewell@wipo.int Thank you