Letter from the editor
01 October 2008
A new start for WIPO and EU member states demonstrate the value of compromise. By James Nurton
Congratulations to Francis Gurry on his appointment as WIPO director general. In his interview with Managing IP this month, Gurry promises to reengage the Organisation, and outlines the significant changes he will make – which will be fleshed out in a publication later this month. IP owners will particularly welcome his promise to focus on the agency's technical function, as well as his commitment to dealing with the patent crisis and taking action on anti-counterfeiting.
People from national offices and IP organisations who spoke to Managing IP welcomed the appointment, and are optimistic about the future of WIPO under Gurry (see page 40). Most IP owners who know the Australian will agree that he has the experience, knowledge and enthusiasm...
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