Music Royalties in Indonesia
Balancing Creator Rights with Cultural Practice Indonesia is grappling with one of the most contentious intellectual property rights issues of our time: who owes royalties for music, under what circumstances, and through what mechanisms? What began as a copyright infringement dispute involving a Balinese restaurant chain has evolved into a national conversation about fairness, cultural […]
Indonesia’s Trademark Workflow
Why Indonesia’s Trademark Workflow Overhaul Matters for Global IP Strategy Indonesia’s Directorate General of Intellectual Property (DGIP), in collaboration with WIPO and several representatives from local IP firms, including SKC Law, recently engaged in a stakeholder discussion on optimizing Indonesia’s trademark workflow. Here, we’ll explore the key issues raised during discussion and outlining implications for […]
Indonesia’s GI New Registration
Indonesia’s GI New Registration: What You Need to Know Recent clarifications from the Directorate General of Intellectual Property (DJKI) signal a more streamlined and internationally aligned registration process. Here we explore the implications for global and domestic brands, and how SKC Law can help with your Geographical Indications (GIs). Why GIs Are Gaining […]
Strengthening Copyright Protection in Indonesia
Strengthening Copyright Protection in Indonesia: Recent Developments Indonesia is making meaningful strides in modernizing its copyright protections. The government has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing the Copyright Bill (RUU Hak Cipta), emphasizing transparency and public participation throughout the legislative process. This initiative reflects a broader effort to align national copyright laws with international standards and […]
Patents: new reporting requirements
Indonesia’s newly enacted Law No. 65 of 2024 introduces a significant compliance obligation for patent holders. Under Article 20A of the amended Patent Law, all patent holders implementing their patents in Indonesia are now required to submit an annual implementation report to the Patent Office (PTO). Non-compliance may expose the patent to invalidation risks. Understanding […]
