International Intellectual Property and the ASEAN Way
Pathways to Interoperability

Presents a unique interoperability model for regional and international integration of intellectual property laws based on cooperation the ASEAN Way.

Elizabeth Siew-Kuan Ng (Edited by), Graeme W. Austin (Edited by)

9781316616307, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 13 December 2018

352 pages, 17 b/w illus.
23 x 15.3 x 1.8 cm, 0.54 kg

'This examination of a range of intellectual property issues occurring in ASEAN countries offers a detailed analysis of national laws in an increasingly important region of the world. But it also explores how the concept of interoperability functions in each of legislative, judicial and administrative settings, presenting a mechanism for reconciling respect for national diversity with demands for greater commonality. The editors present an optimistic vision for what can be achieved in tackling this most central dilemma of international intellectual property law, which is a helpful intellectual provocation as more longstanding mechanisms of international law struggle to make progress on that dilemma.' Graeme B. Dinwoodie, University of Oxford

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is actively seeking ways for member countries to enhance their individual economic development within the context of overall regional advancement. Central to this is the creation of a regional intellectual property framework. This book examines the efforts to move beyond sovereign protections of intellectual property rights and establish meaningful inter-state cooperation on intellectual property issues. Rather than aim for IP harmonization, ASEAN recognizes its internal diversity and pursues an agenda of 'IP Interoperability'. The essays in this collection examine the unique dynamics of 'interoperability', analyzing the administration of intellectual property in a part of the world that is of increasing importance. The book enables the reader to compare and contrast the ASEAN model to other approaches in regional cooperation, such as Europe and Latin America, and also explores private international law as a potential vehicle for interoperability.

Part I. IP Interoperability and the ASEAN Way: Introduction Elizabeth Siew-Kuan Ng and Graeme W. Austin
1. Intellectual property interoperability in ASEAN and beyond: an integration model Elizabeth Siew-Kuan Ng
2. WIPO experience in integrating IP systems in light of plurilateral and regional agreements Denis Croze
3. ASEAN Model for IP Protection of Cultural Heritage: lesson learned from the Indonesian experience Agus Sardjono
4. Trademark protection in Myanmar: current issues and future directions Khin Mar Yee
5. Trademark system in ASEAN and beyond: Cambodia's experience and future direction Sokheng Sim, Sovath Phin and Zanetti Giulio
Part II. IP Interoperability and Judicial Processes: Introduction Elizabeth Siew-Kuan Ng and Graeme W. Austin
6. Singapore's intellectual property dispute resolution experience and ASEAN interoperability Mark Lim, See Tho Sok Yee and Diyanah Binte Baharudin
7. Challenges in IP enforcement in the ASEAN economic integration Ricardo Blancaflor
8. Co-operation and conflicts: the promises of private international law Graeme W. Austin
9. IP remedies across borders Richard Garnett
Part III. IP Interoperability at the Administrative/Legislative Level: Introduction Elizabeth Siew-Kuan Ng and Graeme W. Austin
10. ASEAN copyright model: experiences and proposals from Thailand Pisawat Sukonthapan
11. Regional notification and registration system of Geographical Indication: ASEAN's perspective Lê Thi Thu Ha and Delphine Marie-Vivien
12. Challenges for protection and administration of intellectual property: Thailand's perspective Jakkrit Kuanpoth
13. Connectivity, interoperability and regional integration of the ASEAN trademarks and designs systems Ignacio De Medrano Caballero
14. Proposal for a PAN-ASEAN trademark registration: a case for the practical application of the inter-operability principle Soh Kar Liang and Chew Phye Keat
Part IV. Beyond Interoperability: Introduction Elizabeth Siew-Kuan Ng and Graeme W. Austin
15. OHIM trademark convergence program: an ASEAN context Annette Kur
16. Developing a common patent system: lessons from the EU experience Reto Hilty and Roberto Romandini
17. Integration in intellectual property in Latin America Carlos Adrián Garaventa and Pablo Wegbrait
Part V. Special Section – ASEAN Intellectual Property Matrix: Introduction Elizabeth Siew-Kuan Ng and Graeme W. Austin
18. ASEAN IP matrix ASEAN Intellectual Property Association.

Subject Areas: International law [LB], Legal profession: general [LAT], Systems of law [LAF]