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Armenia. U.S. considering ways to expand cooperation in intellectual  property protection

Armenia. U.S. considering ways to expand cooperation in intellectual  property protection

ArmInfo.Armenian Deputy Minister of Economy Anushik Avetyan met with a delegation led by Zmarak Khan, Deputy Chief Counsel of the Commercial Law Development Program (CLDP) at the U.S. Department of Commerce, to discuss ways to expand cooperation between the two countries in intellectual property  protection.

According to the press service of the Armenian Ministry of Economy,  the meeting was held as part of the delegation's official visit to  develop bilateral cooperation and discuss new programs. The parties  noted that cooperation in intellectual property will play a key role  in developing a competitive, innovative, and knowledge-intensive  economy. In this regard, it was noted that the existing partnership  contributes to improving the investment climate, implementing  technology commercialization processes, and ensuring sustainable  economic growth.

The Deputy Minister of Economy reported that the ministry is  currently developing a "Strategic Program for the Development of  Armenia's Intellectual Property Sector for 2026-2030," which includes  comprehensive legal and institutional reforms in line with  international standards.

Furthermore, the parties discussed further areas for strengthening  cooperation, including through the implementation of programs to  develop capacity, improve law enforcement practices, strengthen  coordination between relevant bodies, and exchange international  experience on a continuous basis.