Trading Ideas Principal Sponsors
IP Australia administers Australia's patents, trade marks, designs and plant breeder's rights system. A division of the Department of Industry, Tourism and Resources, IP Australia also undertakes programs to promote awareness of intellectual property, provides policy advice to government, develops legislation to support the intellectual property system, and contributes to trade negotiations and cooperative activities to improve intellectual property rights protection internationally.
The Attorney-General's Department supports the maintenance and improvement of Australia's system of law and justice. It administers the federal civil justice system, advises on constitutional policy, provides legislative drafting services and advocacy services in relation to international law, and ensures compliance with international obligations. The Department also provides legal services and policy advice on Indigenous law and justice.
Trading Ideas Associate Sponsors
The International Trademark Association (INTA) is a not-for-profit membership association of more than 4,900 trademark owners and professionals throughout 180 countries. INTA is dedicated to the support and advancement of trademarks and related intellectual property as elements of fair and effective national and international commerce. With 125 year strong history, INTA aims to represent the trademark community, shape public policy and advance professional knowledge and development.
Visit www.inta.org for further information.
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The Institute of Patent and Trade Mark Attorneys (IPTA) represents the patent and trade mark attorney professions in Australia. The Institute is an strong advocate for improvements in the laws and regulations relating to patents, trade marks, designs and copyrights. The Institute also promotes education and training of patent and trade mark attorneys, maintains the professions' codes of conduct, and facilitates communication and knowledge sharing among its members.
Visit www.ipta.org.au for further information.
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Australian Government Partners
Department of Industry, Tourism and Resources
The Department of Industry, Tourism and Resources develops and implements industry policies and business assistance programs that contribute to the growth of Australia's innovation, investment and international competitiveness. The Department works closely with industry and other stakeholders to deliver policies and programs that promote Australian manufacturing, resources and service industries, develop australia's innovation and technology capabilities, and facilitate increased foreign investment in Australia.
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade advances the interests of Australia and Australians internationally. It works to enhance Australia's security, improve national economic and trade performance, strengthen global cooperation, and foster public understanding of Australia's foreign and trade policy. The Department also manages an overseas network of 86 embassies, high commissions, consulates-general and multilateral missions.
AusAID
AusAID is the Australian Government agency responsible for managing Australia's overseas aid program. The objective of the aid program is to assist developing countries reduce poverty and achieve sustainable development, in line with Australia's national interest. AusAID is assisting participants from Asia Pacific countries attend this symosium through their International Seminar Support Scheme.
Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation
Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation, or APEC, is the premier forum for facilitating economic growth, cooperation, trade and investment in the Asia-Pacific region. It aims to strengthen the Asia-Pacific community and to enhance economic growth and prosperity for its members.
