EAPO President Grigory Ivliev moderated a session “Intellectual Property Law: Global Challenges, Development Trends, and Solutions” at the St. Petersburg International Legal Forum.
Leading specialists from Russia, Armenia, and Kazakhstan discussed the evolution of international, regional, and national regulation in light of the growing importance of intangible assets. The session also covered how Eurasian states are addressing current challenges and what initiatives are being implemented to provide legal certainty for exporters.
“Despite global geopolitical fragmentation, the international IP protection system demonstrates a high degree of regulatory harmonization and the countries’ commitment to its development. We apply practices proven by time and experience of the leading offices, such as PPH and joint examination. Eurasian and national patents are valid concurrently on the territory of the countries, so fostering a common space will help to prevent conflicts and disputes,” Grigory Ivliev noted.
Lilia Gumerova, Chair of the Federation Council Committee on Science, Education and Culture, stated:
“We are systematically creating effective conditions, including legislative ones, to achieve technological leadership. However, certain issues cannot be resolved without international cooperation… Given the principle of reciprocity in international IP law and our national interests, we should prioritize enhancing international cooperation, particularly with CIS and BRICS countries.”
Kristine Hambaryan, Head of the Intellectual Property Office of the Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Armenia, noted:
“Nowadays intellectual property is not merely a legal concept but a strategic asset. However, as its importance increases, so do the challenges faced by legal systems. We are experiencing not only a technological transformation but also a reconsideration of the fundamental principles underlying international cooperation and the legal system.”
