World Intellectual Property Organization and the Intellectual Property Organization of Pakistan (IPO-Pakistan) have launched the Inventor Assistance Program in Pakistan to empower local innovators and entrepreneurs.

In his keynote address at the launching ceremony of the program in Islamabad on Tuesday, Chairperson IPO-Pakistan Ambassador (Retired) Farukh Amil said the Program is a timely initiative that will provide much-needed support to Pakistani innovators and entrepreneurs.

In her address, Head of IP for Innovators Department, World Intellectual Property Organization, Allison Mages said the Program is a key initiative that will help Pakistani innovators to turn their ideas into successful businesses.

The launching event also featured a workshop on "Turning Ideas into Assets: Navigating IP Commercialization" provided practical guidance on transforming ideas into valuable assets. The workshop covered topics such as intellectual property rights, patent filing, and commercialization strategies, providing participants with a comprehensive understanding of the process.