Islamabad, The Intellectual Property Organization (IPO) of Pakistan is gearing up to mark World Intellectual Property Day on April 26 with the theme “IP and SDGs: Building Our Common Future with Innovation and Creativity.” The announcement came during a press conference where the IPO Chairman, Mr. Farukh Amil, and Director General, Ms. Shazia Adnan, detailed this year’s focus and the role of intellectual property in sustainable development.
According to Intellectual Property Organization of Pakistan, Chairman Amil stressed the importance of intellectual property as a foundational element for sustainable development, economic growth, and societal well-being. He pointed out that protecting innovation and creativity through robust intellectual property rights is crucial for tackling global challenges such as climate change, poverty, and inequality. Director General Ms. Adnan elaborated on the theme, noting that intellectual property is instrumental in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by motivating innovators to develop sustainable solutions.
The IPO has planned several initiatives to foster an environment supportive of innovation and creativity in alignment with the SDGs. These include educational outreach to increase IP awareness among students and entrepreneurs, collaborations with businesses and research entities to promote sustainable technological advancements, and a series of events and workshops aimed at engaging various stakeholders in discussions about intellectual property and sustainable development.
The press conference also featured a question-and-answer session that allowed media representatives to probe deeper into the IPO’s strategies for the coming year, particularly how intellectual property rights could bolster local entrepreneurship, stimulate economic growth, and contribute to global sustainability objectives.
This year’s observance of World Intellectual Property Day highlights the pivotal role of IP rights in fostering a collaborative and sustainable future, emphasizing the critical link between innovation, creativity, and sustainable development.