New Delhi, Nov 6 : Representatives from knowledge sector from different parts of the world, including those from the World Intellectual Property Organisation, will gather in New Delhi next week to deliberate on various issues related to intellectual property rights and traditional knowledge.
The fifth "International Forum on Creativity and Inventions –-A Better Future for Humanity in the 21st Century" will take place in New Delhi from November 11 to 13.
The event is organised by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in co-operation with the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP) under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
Geneva-based WIPO is a specialised United Nations agency for developing a balanced and accessible international system in the field of intellectual property.
Industry body Federation of Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) will also assist in organising the event.
The WIPO forum will provide an opportunity to stakeholders engaged in promoting innovation to exchange experiences and ideas on topical IP issues.
While, another programme-- International Conference on Traditional Knowledge-- to be held on November 13, would also take place in city.
WIPO Director-General Francis Gurry, on his maiden visit to India, is also coming here to participate in the programmes. During his visit Gurry will also meet top Indian officials.
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