Timor-Leste: A Strategic Frontier for Forward-Looking Businesses and Brand Owners
By Carola Monintja A Young Nation with Untapped Potential Timor-Leste, Southeast Asia’s youngest nation, occupies a strategically important position between Indonesia and Australia, two of the region’s most significant economic players. While still in an emerging market, Timor-Leste offers a unique proposition for businesses seeking early entry into a developing economy with long-term growth potential. […]
How to Enforce Your Trademark Rights in Indonesia: A Guide to Protecting Your Brand
By Carola Montinja Indonesia’s legal framework for trademarks is designed to prioritize registration rights under the first-to-file system, meaning that protection is granted to the first party who officially registers a mark, rather than the first to use it. This system underscores the importance of registering your trademark early to secure your rights. Trademark law […]
Kutus Kutus: The Trademark Dispute Behind Indonesia’s Iconic Herbal Oil
By Carola Montinja Kutus Kutus, a traditional herbal rub oil from Bali, Indonesia, is widely recognized across the country. It was created and formulated in 2011 by Servasius Bambang Pranoto (“Bambang”), who, following a serious accident that left him partially paralysed, turned to traditional herbal medicine after finding conventional treatments unsatisfactory. Drawing on decades of […]
Rising Tides : Why Indonesia Is Emerging As The Next Big Patent Filing Hub
By Alvin Boey The 2024-25 Surge and Why 2026 Could Be Even Bigger Over the past two years, Indonesia’s intellectual property landscape has shown remarkable momentum. According to both Direktorat Jenderal Kekayaan Intelektual (DGIP) and global IP sources, patent filings in Indonesia are not only increasing, they are accelerating. A major driver of this trend […]
Indonesia’s Patent Law Update: Mandatory Submission of Working Statements
By Carola Monintja In line with Indonesia’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its intellectual property framework, the Law No. 65 of 2024 (Third Amendment to the Patent Law) introduces a clear requirement for all patent holders to submit an annual Statement of Working for every granted Indonesian patent. At its core, the Statement of Working is […]
Key Updates in Indonesia’s Patent Law: What You Need to Know
By Carola Monintja Innovation and intellectual property are the driving forces behind progress, and Indonesia is stepping up to the plate. With the enactment of Law No. 65 of 2024 on October 28th, Indonesia has made sweeping changes to its Patent Law No. 13 of 2016. These updates aim to modernize the patent landscape, making […]
AI’s Growing Impact in Indonesia and it’s Regulatory Approach
By Carla Monintja We are all aware of the growing presence of AI in modern life and how it has become inseparable from our daily routines. But what exactly is AI? AI, or Artificial Intelligence, is a technology developed by humans to simplify various aspects of our lives. Key Takeaways AI Is Deeply Embedded in […]
New Trademark Rule for Importers in Indonesia for 2024
By Carola Monintja The Indonesian Government is serious about IP protection in the Republic. Promulgated on March 10, 2024, through the Revision of Regulation of the Ministry of Industry No. 5 of the Year 2024, the Indonesian Government now mandates a trademark registration certificate for all importers when they submit an import permit, particularly the […]
Indonesia Boosts Patent Process with new PPH Agreement
A decade after signing a Patent Prosecution Highway (PPH) MOU with Japan in 2013, Indonesia signed another important PPH MOU with South Korea on 8 September 2023. Key Takeaways Lucasfilm Protects Every Detail – Character names, planets, and iconic phrases are all trademarked to secure the Star Wars brand. Legal Action Defends the Galaxy – […]
Koes Plus vs. TI KOES: Copyright Battles in Indonesian Music
By Carola Monintja & Ardian Yuliarsya Many of us are undoubtedly familiar with legendary bands such as The Beatles, Queen, The Rolling Stones, and The Bee Gees. These iconic bands have left an indelible mark on the music industry, and their names continue to resonate even today. In Indonesia, during the era of flower generation […]