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🎉 Successfully Completed: WIPO-Funded Digitization Project at NIPO Sri Lanka 🎉

The National Intellectual Property Office (NIPO) of Sri Lanka is pleased to announce the successful completion of the WIPO-funded Digitization Project, a significant milestone in our journey toward modernizing intellectual property administration and enhancing public access to IP information.

With the invaluable support of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), the project enabled the digitization of a substantial collection of intellectual property records, improving the preservation, accessibility, and management of IP documentation.

This achievement strengthens NIPO’s commitment to delivering efficient, transparent, and technology-driven services to inventors, creators, businesses, and the general public. The digitized records will facilitate faster information retrieval, improved service delivery, and greater accessibility to Sri Lanka’s intellectual property data.

NIPO extends its sincere appreciation to WIPO, all project stakeholders, and the dedicated staff members whose efforts contributed to the successful implementation of this initiative.

Together, we continue building a stronger and more accessible intellectual property ecosystem for Sri Lanka.

🎉 Successfully Concluded Awareness Session on Intellectual Property Rights in Badulla 🎉

The National Intellectual Property Office (NIPO), in collaboration with the Export Development Board (EDB) of Sri Lanka, successfully conducted the Awareness Session on Geographical Indication (GI) Registration, Branding & Trademark Registration Processes, Inventions and Copyright, and the Importance of Intellectual Property Rights on 05 June 2026 at the Uva Provincial Council Auditorium, Badulla.

The programme brought together entrepreneurs, producers, exporters, innovators, and other stakeholders to enhance their understanding of Intellectual Property (IP) protection and its role in adding value to Sri Lankan products and fostering innovation.

Participants gained valuable insights into:
✅ Geographical Indication (GI) Registration
✅ Branding & Trademark Registration Processes
✅ Inventions and Patent Protection
✅ Copyright and Related Rights
✅ The Importance of Intellectual Property Rights for Business Growth and Market Competitiveness

NIPO extends its sincere appreciation to the Export Development Board (EDB), the Uva Provincial Council , resource persons, and all participants for their enthusiastic participation and contribution to the success of this programme.

Together, we continue to promote innovation, creativity, and the protection of Sri Lanka’s unique products through effective Intellectual Property management.

📢 Awareness Session on Geographical Indication (GI) Registration, Branding & Trademark Registration Processes, Inventions and Copyright, and the Importance of Intellectual Property Rights

The Export Development Board of Sri Lanka (EDB), together with the National Intellectual Property Office (NIPO), is organizing an awareness session to educate participants on:
✅ Geographical Indication (GI) Registration
✅ Branding & Trademark Registration Processes
✅ Inventions and Copyright
✅ Importance of Intellectual Property (IP) Rights

📅 Date: 05 June 2026
📍 Venue: Uva Provincial Council Auditorium, Badulla
⏰ Time: 9.30 a.m. – 1.30 p.m.

This programme aims to enhance awareness among entrepreneurs, producers, and stakeholders on protecting and promoting Sri Lankan products through Intellectual Property rights.

📞 For inquiries: Thimali – 077 42 766 50

🎓💡 Turning Final Year Projects into Innovation: Patent Search Basics 🔍📘

The University Business Linkage Cell of the Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, in collaboration with the National Intellectual Property Office, successfully conducted a workshop on Patent Search Basics for final-year undergraduates on 6th May 2026.

The session focused on the importance of patent information searching prior to the commencement of final research projects. Students were guided on how to identify existing technologies, avoid duplication, and develop more innovative and impactful research outcomes.

By promoting awareness of intellectual property and patent information, the programme aimed to encourage a culture of innovation and research excellence among young innovators. 🚀✨

🎉 What a Remarkable Celebration of World Intellectual Property Day 2026! 🎉

Today, the National Intellectual Property Office of Sri Lanka proudly marked World IP Day in collaboration with the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports and the Ministry of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Co-operative Development. 🤝

With this year’s theme, **“IP and Sports: Ready, Set, Innovate”**, we celebrated how innovation powers the world of sports — from game-changing technologies to creative branding and athlete performance. 🏃‍♂️⚡

A big THANK YOU to everyone who joined us and contributed to making this event truly memorable! 🙌

Let’s keep supporting innovation, creativity, and the value of intellectual property in shaping a stronger future.