AIM and WIPO Partnership: Fostering Innovation in the Global South
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Date of Event | July 22 |
| Organizations Involved | Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) at NITI Aayog and World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) |
| Objective | Build joint innovation programmes in the Global South |
| Key Focus | Enhance understanding and awareness about IPR from the school level |
| Initiative Highlights | Promote innovation and entrepreneurship, IPR awareness, and South-South cooperation |
| Key Figures | Sherif Saadallah (Executive Director, WIPO Academy), Daren Tang (Director General, WIPO) |
| Achievements | India retained 40th position in GII 2023; Patent filings grew by 31.6% in 2022 |
| Government Representation | Dharmendra Pradhan (Union Minister for Education and Skill Development) |
| Institutions Mentioned | Atal Tinkering Labs (ATL), Atal Incubation Centers (AIC) |
| Global Impact | Foster inclusive and sustainable economic growth globally |
| Strategic Goals | Align with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) |