Public Consultation on Proposed Changes to IP Regime
Summary
The Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) has launched a public consultation on proposed changes to Singapore's intellectual property regime. The consultation seeks feedback on potential improvements across patents, trade marks, registered designs, plant varieties, and geographical indications.
What changed
The Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) is initiating a public consultation regarding proposed amendments to its intellectual property (IP) regime. This consultation, running from October 15, 2025, to November 11, 2025, covers potential improvements to patents, trade marks, registered designs, plant varieties, and geographical indications. The consultation paper is divided into sections addressing patents, trade marks, hearings and mediation, and other cross-IP areas.
Affected parties, including manufacturers and technology companies, are encouraged to submit their feedback via FormSG by November 11, 2025. While this is a consultation and does not impose immediate compliance obligations, feedback received after the deadline may not be considered. Queries can be directed to IPOS_Consultation@ipos.gov.sg.
What to do next
- Submit feedback on proposed IP regime changes by November 11, 2025
- Review consultation paper sections on patents, trade marks, and other IP areas
Source document (simplified)
Intellectual Property Office of Singapore Registry of Trade Marks Circular No. 5/2025: Public Consultation on Proposed Changes to Intellectual Property Regime
Public Consultation on Proposed Changes to Intellectual Property Regime
(Circular No. 5/2025, dated 15 October 2025)
The Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (“IPOS”) is seeking public feedback on proposed changes to Singapore’s intellectual property (“IP”) regime. Why is IPOS doing this? In its ongoing commitment to maintaining a world-class IP regime in Singapore, IPOS has identified potential improvements across patents, trade marks, registered designs, plant varieties and geographical indications regimes. How do I submit my feedback? Your views are important to us. The public consultation period will run from 15 October 2025 (Wednesday) to 11 November 2025 (Tuesday). We look forward to hearing your feedback via FormSG submission here. Please note that submissions received after 11 November 2025 may not be considered. Public consultation paper The consultation paper is organised into 4 sections: A: Patents (2 sets of questions) B: Trade Marks (1 set of question) C: Hearings and Mediation (3 sets of questions) D: Other Cross-IP Areas (2 sets of questions) The public consultation paper is available here. How do I contact IPOS should I have queries on this public consultation? You are welcome to contact us at IPOS_Consultation@ipos.gov.sg.
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