01 July 2008

Politics, power and passion - this year's MIP 50

With IP reforms being discussed around the world, this year's selection of the most influential people in IP features many politicians and campaigners. But there are also a few surprises

In the US, Congress debated fundamental patent reforms while the USPTO's rule changes were defeated in court. In Europe, senior politicians and European Commission officials drafted plans for a Community patent and IP litigation system. In China, discussions focused on the National IP Strategy and revisions to the Patent Law, while in Geneva WIPO member states voted on a new leadership. Around the world, it has been a year for debating IP policy.

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