Intellectual property comprises original works of the human mind, including inventions, literary and artistic compositions, industrial designs, trademarks, and commercial symbols, which are safeguarded by law to secure the exclusive rights and interests of their creators.
Patent
Inventions, products, or processes.
Trademark
Symbols, names, logos, and phrases identifying goods or services.
Copyright
Literary, musical, artistic, and dramatic works.
Trade Secret
Confidential information, such as recipes or business methods.
Industrial Design
Visual aspects of a product.
Geographical Indication
Place-based names or signs.
Purpose of Intellectual Property Protection
- Encourage innovation and creativity.
- Reward inventors and creators.
- Protect investments in research and development.
- Prevent unauthorized use or theft.
- Promote fair competition.