WIPO Cooperation - Action Plan

Our strategic action plan for cooperation with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) outlines comprehensive initiatives to strengthen global intellectual property systems and enhance India's participation in international IP governance.

Strategic Objectives (2024-2027)

Enhanced Global IP Governance Participation

Target: Increase India's active participation in WIPO committees and working groups by 40%

Key Actions:

  • Regular representation in all WIPO standing committees
  • Leadership roles in at least 3 WIPO working groups
  • Active contribution to treaty negotiations and policy discussions
  • Technical expertise sharing in developing country forums

Timeline: 2024-2025 | Status: On Track

Capacity Building & Knowledge Exchange

Target: Train 1,000 IP professionals through WIPO programs annually

Key Actions:

  • Annual participation in WIPO Academy programs
  • Joint organization of regional IP training workshops
  • Distance learning programs for IP office staff
  • Academic exchange programs with WIPO partner institutions

Timeline: 2024-2027 | Status: Active

Digital Infrastructure Modernization

Target: Implement WIPO digital standards and services across Indian IP ecosystem

Key Actions:

  • Integration with WIPO Digital Access Service (DAS)
  • Implementation of WIPO CASE for patent search
  • Adoption of WIPO IP Portal for international filings
  • Digital signature and document exchange systems

Timeline: 2024-2026 | Status: In Progress

Technical Cooperation Programs

Target: Establish 5 new technical cooperation initiatives with WIPO

Key Actions:

  • Traditional knowledge digital library development
  • Geographical indications protection system
  • IP valuation and commercialization support
  • Innovation and technology transfer programs

Timeline: 2025-2027 | Status: Planning

Implementation Phases

Phase 1: Foundation Building (2024)

Focus: Establishing frameworks and initial implementations

WIPO Digital Access Service integration
Staff training program launch
Policy framework development
Stakeholder consultation process

Phase 2: System Integration (2025)

Focus: Full integration and operationalization

WIPO CASE implementation
Regional training center establishment
Digital services rollout
Performance monitoring system

Phase 3: Optimization & Expansion (2026-2027)

Focus: Optimization, expansion, and sustainability

Advanced analytics implementation
Regional cooperation programs
Innovation ecosystem development
Sustainability framework

Priority Areas for Cooperation

Emerging Technologies

Cooperation in AI, blockchain, biotechnology, and quantum computing IP protection frameworks.

Traditional Knowledge

Protection and documentation of traditional knowledge and genetic resources through WIPO frameworks.

Development Agenda

Support for developing countries through technical assistance and capacity building programs.

IP Enforcement

Strengthening border control measures and international cooperation in IP enforcement.

IP Analytics

Development of IP intelligence systems and innovation metrics for policy making.

SME Support

Programs to help small and medium enterprises leverage international IP systems.

Resource Allocation & Budget

Technical Infrastructure

35%

$2.5M annually for systems integration and digital services

Capacity Building

30%

$2.1M annually for training programs and knowledge exchange

Program Implementation

25%

$1.8M annually for cooperation programs and initiatives

Monitoring & Evaluation

10%

$0.7M annually for impact assessment and program monitoring

Monitoring & Evaluation Framework

Key Performance Indicators

Participation Rate

Number of active participations in WIPO forums

Target: 50+ annually
Training Coverage

IP professionals trained through WIPO programs

Target: 1,000 annually
Service Integration

WIPO digital services implemented

Target: 8 services by 2026
Cooperation Projects

Active technical cooperation initiatives

Target: 15+ projects

Reporting Schedule

  • Quarterly: Progress reports to WIPO and stakeholders
  • Semi-annual: Comprehensive review and strategy adjustment
  • Annual: Full impact assessment and budget review
  • Mid-term: Strategic evaluation and action plan revision