Bilateral Cooperation - Work Plans
Bilateral work plans form the foundation of our strategic partnerships with various countries, focusing on mutual capacity building, knowledge exchange, and strengthening intellectual property systems.
Current Bilateral Work Plans
India-United States IP Cooperation
Duration: 2024-2026
Status: Active
Key Objectives:
- Enhance patent examination cooperation through PCT collaboration
- Joint training programs for patent examiners
- Information exchange on trademark prosecution practices
- Collaboration on IP enforcement and border control measures
Major Activities:
- Annual bilateral meetings alternating between New Delhi and Washington DC
- Work exchange programs for IP professionals
- Joint workshops on emerging technologies and IP protection
- Digital infrastructure modernization cooperation
India-European Union Partnership
Duration: 2024-2027
Status: Active
Key Objectives:
- Harmonization of IP examination procedures
- Cooperation in geographical indications protection
- Joint research on IP and innovation metrics
- Capacity building for SMEs on international IP protection
Major Activities:
- Semi-annual coordination committee meetings
- Technical assistance programs
- Academic exchange programs between IP institutions
- Joint participation in international IP forums
India-Japan IP Cooperation
Duration: 2024-2026
Status: Active
Key Objectives:
- Patent prosecution highway (PPH) enhancement
- Cooperation in design protection systems
- Joint innovation support programs
- Collaboration on IP valuation methodologies
Major Activities:
- Quarterly technical working group meetings
- Examiner exchange programs
- Joint patent search and examination tools development
- Annual innovation showcases and technology transfer events
India-China IP Dialogue
Duration: 2024-2025
Status: Under Review
Key Objectives:
- Trademark protection cooperation
- Border enforcement measures coordination
- IP rights protection for traditional knowledge
- Joint efforts against counterfeiting and piracy
Major Activities:
- Bi-annual high-level IP dialogues
- Joint enforcement operations
- Training programs for customs officials
- Information sharing on IP infringement cases
Implementation Framework
Governance Structure
- Steering Committee: Senior-level oversight with annual meetings
- Technical Working Groups: Domain-specific implementation teams
- Joint Secretariat: Coordination and monitoring support
- Annual Review Mechanism: Performance evaluation and adjustment
Monitoring & Evaluation
- Key Performance Indicators: Quantifiable metrics for each work plan
- Quarterly Progress Reports: Regular status updates
- Mid-term Reviews: Comprehensive assessment at halfway point
- Annual Impact Assessment: Evaluation of outcomes and benefits
Stakeholder Engagement
- Industry Consultations: Regular feedback from business community
- Academic Partnerships: Involvement of research institutions
- Professional Associations: Collaboration with IP practitioners
- Public Outreach: Awareness programs and workshops
Upcoming Work Plans
India-South Korea IP Cooperation (2025-2028)
Focus on technology transfer, semiconductor IP protection, and joint innovation programs.
India-Singapore Partnership (2025-2027)
Emphasis on fintech IP, digital innovation, and regional IP hub development.
India-Australia Cooperation (2025-2026)
Collaboration on agricultural IP, plant variety protection, and indigenous knowledge.
