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Find out how intellectual property rights can support First Nations businesses, protect creations and innovations, and support growth in local and global markets.
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Learn how best to respectfully engage, seek permission and build strong partnerships when working with cultural knowledge and material.
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Learn how IP Australia works with First Nations peoples to improve the IP system through partnership, consultation, reform and international engagement.
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The First Nations Strategy is our framework to ensure that our services, policies and practices are respectful, inclusive, and supportive of First Nations peoples.
The Madrid System
How to apply for IP overseas
How Australian businesses can take their IP to the global market.
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1. Decide if you need international IP rights
Understand the basics of protecting your IP overseas, and if it's the right decision for your business.
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2. Search existing international IP
Learn how to check if your idea is new, and not already registered in the country you're expanding to.
How to search international registrations
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3. Understand the application process
Look into the step-by-step process of preparing an application for IP rights in another country.
How to apply in other countries
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4. Consider international agreements
Understand the international agreements and systems that make it easier for Australians to register their IP overseas.