Message from the commissioner
Overview of 2004
Highlights of 2004
Application
Examinations
Registrations
Trials and Appeals
Improvement of IP Administration
Upgrading of the KIPOnet System
Development of KIPOnet II
Greater Use of Patent Information
Leadership in Automated IP Administration
Advancement of the IP Legal Framework
Patent and Utility ModelsTrademarks and industrial designs
The trial system
Registration Procedures
IPR Protection
Improved Legal Framework for IPR Protection
Anticonterfeiting Measures
Training and Public Awareness Campaigns
Strengthened IPR Protection for Overseas Korean Companies
International Cooperation
KIPO-WIPO cooperation
Bilateral and trilateral cooperation
International IP discussions
IPR Issues and free trade agreements
Creation and Commercialization of IP
More Favorable Environment for IP Development
Support for SMEs in the Creation
Expanded Basic for IP Creation
Transfer and Commercialization of Patented Technologies
Educations and Training
Reform of IP Administration
Customer-Oriented Administration
Improved Work Practices and Procedures
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