ACADEMIC SESSIONS
APAA 2025: Key Sessions
for Knowledge Exchange and Discussion
APAA is pleased to present an interesting and insightful array of topics and discussions in the Academic Sessions, and we hope that you will join us for a great learning and sharing experience! Please note the following:
- Standing Committee Meetings – These meetings convene committee representatives from each Recognised Group to present updates on intellectual property (IP) developments across the region. In addition to formal reports, each session will feature a focused discussion on a selected topic. Attendance is open to all APAA participants as observers.
- Workshops – Designed for in-depth exploration of critical IP issues, workshops are accessible to Members, Observers, and Accompanying Office Persons (“APAA Participants”). Given space limitations, participation is subject to room capacity.
- Round Tables – These interactive discussions provide a platform for focused engagement on specific IP topics. Due to limited seating, participants must register in advance via the “Round Tables” dropdown portal, with each attendee encouraged to enroll in only one session. While table seats are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, standing participants may attend and observe the discussions.
- Session with Mentors – These special sessions offer APAA Participants a unique opportunity to engage with experienced IP professionals in a more personalised setting. Designed to facilitate mentorship and knowledge exchange, these sessions allow attendees to gain valuable insights, seek career advice, and discuss emerging trends in intellectual property. While open to all APAA Participants, space is limited, and priority will be given to those who register in advance. These sessions provide an excellent platform for meaningful discussions and professional growth within the APAA community.
Standing Committees
These meetings convene committee representatives from each Recognised Group to present updates on intellectual property (IP) developments across the region. In addition to formal reports, each session will feature a focused discussion on a selected topic. Attendance is open to all APAA participants as observers.
| Anti-Counterfeiting | Topic to be assigned |
| Copyright | Topic to be assigned |
| Designs | Topic to be assigned |
| Emerging IP Rights | Topic to be assigned |
| Patents | Topic to be assigned |
| Trademarks | Topic to be assigned |
Workshops – Designed for in-depth exploration of critical IP issues, workshops are accessible to Members, Observers, and Accompanying Office Persons (“APAA Participants”). Given space limitations, participation is subject to room capacity.
| Workshop 1 | Topic to be assigned |
| Workshop 2 | Topic to be assigned |
Round Tables – These interactive discussions provide a platform for focused engagement on specific IP topics. Due to limited seating, participants must register in advance via the “Round Tables” dropdown portal, with each attendee encouraged to enroll in only one session. While table seats are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, standing participants may attend and observe the discussions.
| Round Table 1 | Topic to be assigned |
| Round Table 2 | Topic to be assigned |
| Round Table 3 | Topic to be assigned |
| Round Table 4 | Topic to be assigned |
| Round Table 5 | Topic to be assigned |
| Round Table 6 | Topic to be assigned |
