WIPO Singapore Office
Helping businesses in ASEAN protect their brands, inventions and designs overseas
More broadly, the WSO aims to increase innovation and creativity in the ASEAN region by promoting the benefits of all WIPO services such as the PCT System (for international invention protection) and the Hague System (for overseas protection of designs), as well as Madrid System (for protection of brands and trademarks all around the world). By doing this we play a role in the economic, social and cultural development of the region.
The WSO works collaboratively with a range of organizations including chambers of commerce and industry, intellectual property (IP) offices, IP associations and universities to raise awareness and use of the international IP systems. To find out how we might work with you to increase IP awareness in your organization, please complete this enquiry form.
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ASEAN IP Register
Discover, Innovate, Protect – Start Your IP Journey Today
Unlock ASEAN's Intellectual Property Landscape
- One-stop access to patents, trademarks, and industrial designs
- Covering all ASEAN Member States
- Authentic, centralized data for confident decision-making
WIPO-ASEAN Mediation Program (AMP+)
Unlock the potential of your IP / intangible assets
Join us in a collaborative initiative by WIPO and the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS), designed to help businesses uncover and communicate the true value of their ideas, expertise, and intangible assets.
Learn how to transform your intangible assets into clear, compelling value propositions that drive growth and resonate with investors and stakeholders.
Exclusive Webinar (in Thai) – Expand Your Business Globally with WIPO's Madrid System
Expanding overseas? Protect your brand everywhere! One streamlined system. Multiple export markets. The Madrid System simplifies global trademark registration so you can focus on growing your business. Join WIPO experts on August 20 for a free webinar and discover how to safeguard your brand worldwide.
Discover, Innovate, Protect – Start Your IP Journey Today
- One-stop access to patents, trademarks, and industrial designs
- Covering all ASEAN Member States
- Authentic, centralized data for confident decision-making
WIPO-ASEAN Mediation Program (AMP+)
Join us in a collaborative initiative by WIPO and the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS), designed to help businesses uncover and communicate the true value of their ideas, expertise, and intangible assets.
Learn how to transform your intangible assets into clear, compelling value propositions that drive growth and resonate with investors and stakeholders.
Leveraging IP in ASEAN
The following stories of inventors, creators and entrepreneurs and their journeys with Intellectual Property showcase how innovation and creativity drives impact, making IP a powerful tool in creating economic value and unleashing development leapfrogging in the region. The WIPO Singapore Office proudly presents these inspirational stories and insights from WSO’s engagement and collaboration with partners across the region.
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WIPO-Singapore ASEAN Mediation Programme (AMP)
A collaboration between WIPO and the Government of Singapore, ASEAN parties can benefit from the new ASEAN Mediation Programme (AMP), which offers funding for mediations administered by the WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center's Office in Singapore.
WIPO’s New eMadrid is Live
It provides integrated access to all the online tools and services you need throughout the global trademark journey and gives you comprehensive control over your trademark portfolio in one secure location.
WIPO events in ASEAN region
Other IP events
- Apply Now: WIPO Global Awards 2025 Recognizes Startups, SMEs and Spinouts February 3, 2025
- WIPO-ASEAN Mediation Programme (AMP+) January 23, 2025
- ASEAN IP Register Services Workshop: Gearing Towards A Data-Driven IP Strategy January 23, 2025
- WIPO Launches Scaled-Up IP Management Clinic Program for SMEs and Startups in Malaysia January 21, 2025
- Discovering Southeast Asia’s Unique Tourism Gems Through IP January 17, 2025
WIPO Webinars in ASEAN
Discover practical IP insights, expert guidance and useful resources from WIPO webinars across ASEAN.
WIPO services in ASEAN countries
PCT System for patents
Seek patent protection internationally through the PCT System. All countries in the region, except Timor Leste and Myanmar, are members of the PCT.
Video: The PCT: Seeking Patent Protection Beyond Borders
Madrid System for trademarks
Protect and manage trademarks internationally through the Madrid System. All countries in the region, except Timor Leste and Myanmar, are members of the Madrid System.
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Hague System for industrial designs
Register and manage industrial designs internationally through the Hague System. Brunei Darussalam, Vietnam, Cambodia and Singapore are members of the Hague System.
Video: Protecting your Industrial Designs
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Resolve IP and technology-related disputes through Singapore Office of WIPO's Arbitration and Mediation Center. Learn more about our resources:
PCT System for patents
Madrid System for trademarks
Hague System for industrial designs
Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia and Singapore are members of the Hague System for the international registration of industrial designs.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
The Singapore Office of WIPO's Arbitration and Mediation Center offers guidance and training in IP dispute resolution.
Video: The PCT: Seeking Patent Protection Beyond Borders
Video: Protect Smartly and Grow Confidently with WIPO's Madrid System
Video: Protecting your Industrial Designs
ASEAN countries and WIPO initiatives
PATENTSCOPE
Users can conduct searches in this free collection of patent documents – including international patent applications submitted under the PCT and the national patent collections of eight ASEAN Member States in a number of languages.
Global Brand Database
Technology and Innovation Support Centers
Technology and Innovation Support Centers (TISCs) provide innovators in developing countries with access to locally-based, high quality technology information and related services. There are more than 60 TISCs in the Philippines, whilst they can also be found in Malaysia and Viet Nam.
WIPO GREEN
Through this online marketplace, we help connect ASEAN seekers and providers of new environmental solutions with other seekers and providers of cutting-edge green technology and services around the world.
IP infrastructure modernization
Our dedicated specialists provide services to IP offices in the region, including:
- on-site assessments /analysis of: data volumes, backlog, resources, IT infrastructure and automation status;
- information gathering to prepare a customized WIPO automation package;
- training and technical support in management and administration of our industrial property automation system (IPAS);
- assistance in preparing technical specifications for hardware procurement or software development.
WIPO Academy
Our Professional Development Program offers training for government officials from developing countries, while our Summer Schools provide an opportunity for students and young professionals to acquire deeper knowledge of IP.
Study visits
We welcome study visits by groups on a self-financing basis. Programs may cover a short course on various aspects of the international IP system. We also assist in organizing study visits to IP-related institutions in Singapore.
WIPO-ASEAN study
The Strategic Use of Intellectual Property to Enhance Competitiveness in Select Industries in ASEAN [PDF]
This study analyzed the impact of IP on various economic sectors in ASEAN member states, and the manner in which companies in these sectors had been making use of the different elements of IP to leverage their competitiveness, promote trade and create jobs. It is based on a detailed survey carried out in all the countries.
WIPO's impact in ASEAN countries
WIPO GREEN
WIPO GREEN connects technology providers and seekers to accelerate the deployment of environmentally friendly technologies.
Recent activities in ASEAN include projects in Lao PDR and the Philippines, working with national partners to identify technology needs and facilitate relevant solutions.
IP infrastructure modernization
Our dedicated specialists provide services to IP offices in the region, including:
- on-site assessments /analysis of: data volumes, backlog, resources, IT infrastructure and automation status;
- information gathering to prepare a customized WIPO automation package;
- training and technical support in management and administration of our industrial property automation system (IPAS);
- assistance in preparing technical specifications for hardware procurement or software development.
Technology and Innovation Support Centers
Technology and Innovation Support Centers (TISCs) provide innovators in developing countries with access to locally-based, high quality technology information and related services. There are more than 60 TISCs in the Philippines, whilst they can also be found in Malaysia and Viet Nam.
WIPO Academy
WIPO Academy offers a range of learning and professional development opportunities in intellectual property for participants across ASEAN and beyond.
Study visits
We welcome study visits by groups on a self-financing basis. Programs may cover a short course on various aspects of the international IP system. We also assist in organizing study visits to IP-related institutions in Singapore.
IP Valuation Toolkit
The ASEAN IP Valuation Toolkit provides a common regional reference to support more consistent approaches to valuing intellectual property and intangible assets across ASEAN. It offers guidance on valuation processes, references and reporting practices to help stakeholders better understand and communicate the value of IP.