Early 2026 promotions
SKC Law’s Early 2026 Promotions The start of the new year is a chance for us to take time to recognize and appreciate our people. Today we are proud to announce a list of promotions that marked the beginning of 2026 at SKC Law! 1. Bagus Lestanto – Partner With nearly 15 years of experience […]
Recommendations on the Copyright Bill
Recommendations on the Copyright Bill Indonesia’s Copyright Bill: What‘s Recommended and What It Means for You Indonesia’s 2014 Copyright Law brought the national framework closer to international standards under the Berne Convention, TRIPS, WCT, and WPPT. However, the rapid rise of digitalisation, media convergence, user-generated content platforms, OTT streaming services, generative AI, and text and […]
Insights from International IP Asset Management Program
Insights from International IP Asset Management Program The 19th Advanced International Certificate Course on Intellectual Property (IP) Asset Management for Business Success (AICC), delivered by WIPO Academy with MOIP Korea, KIPA, and KAIST; took place in Seoul on November 3–6, 2025. Out of 1,364 applicants worldwide, only 33 professionals from 23 countries progressed to the […]
Insights on Trade Dress and Trademark Similarity
Insights on Trade Dress and Trademark Similarity Trade dress protection under Indonesia’s Trademark Law presents unique interpretative challenges within the broader IP enforcement framework. While we’ve experienced some success; such as in a well-known brand’s packaging dispute, other cases have failed despite seemingly similar factual patterns. Our blog will discuss how authorities and the Courts […]
Indonesia’s Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy
Indonesia’s Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy Approved in 2025, PANDI’s Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy Version 8.0 introduces a comprehensive overhaul of Indonesia’s .id domain dispute system. The new policy expands the scope of protection, codifies international standards, and implements ‘stronger’ procedures for dispute verification, mediation, panel formation, and enforcement. Our blog will go through […]
How Customs Recordal Can Prevent Counterfeit Goods From Entering Indonesia
How Customs Recordal Can Prevent Counterfeit Goods From Entering Indonesia Indonesia’s attempts to improve coordination between DJKI, Customs, and the Courts aims to prevent counterfeit goods from entering the market. At the center of this effort is rekordasi (recordal); a free, online trademark recording system that allows Customs officials to identify suspected infringing goods at […]
EUIPO Seminar Highlights
EUIPO Seminar Highlights Addressing IP Enforcement – Digital Challenges in Indonesia The European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO), in partnership with Indonesia’s Directorate General of Intellectual Property (DGIP) and the SCOPE IPR Program, convened a seminar: “Challenges in IPR Enforcement in Physical and Online Marketplaces” on 22 October 2025. The event drew government officials, law […]
Article 20A Patent Working Statements
Article 20A Patent Working Statements: What Patent Owners Should Know Indonesia’s Patent Law now requires patent holders to submit an annual patent working statement under Article 20A. While the obligation is clear on paper, its practical implementation is still evolving. Please see below for the latest updates we have received. On 4 December 2025, the […]
Copyright Recordal Applications That Work: A Practical How-To
Copyright Recordal Applications That Work: A Practical How-To Copyright recordal in Indonesia is a straightforward process – if you know what evidence to submit. This post outlines the types of documentation required by the Directorate General of Intellectual Property (DGIP), and offers insights for businesses and law firms to address the recordal process with ease. […]