Patentica participated in an exhibition titled “30th Anniversary of the Eurasian Patent Convention: Advancing the Future” at WIPO in Geneva

On July 16, 2024, the cultural event celebrating the “30th Anniversary of the Eurasian Patent Convention: Advancing the Future” was organized by WIPO in collaboration with the Eurasian Patent Office (EAPO) during the Assemblies of WIPO Member States in Geneva.

Over the past 30 years, more than 71,000 Eurasian patent applications have been submitted, with a current rate of more than 3,600 Eurasian applications annually, more than 45,000 Eurasian patents have been issued, and applicants from more than 130 countries have used the EAPO system.

The exhibition showcased the technological innovations of young inventors and the most remarkable inventions from EAPO member countries. For example, Turkmenistan presented a system for soil decontamination using microorganisms, Belarus exhibited a device for delivering implants through blood vessels, Tajikistan demonstrated a more accurate vision testing method for preschoolers, and Kazakhstan featured a heart pump implantation technique for the left ventricle.

Each Eurasian country that is a member of the EAPO hosted a tasting of their national cuisines.

The exhibition was inaugurated by WIPO Deputy Director General Marco Aleman, alongside diplomats and participants of the WIPO Member States Assemblies meetings.

EAPO President Grigory Ivliev highlighted the presence of over 190 states at the WIPO assemblies, all of whom witnessed the innovative achievements of young inventors from the Eurasian region.

He emphasized the EAPO’s commitment to collaboration and its reputation as a cutting-edge Office operating at the global forefront.