Seminar on IP Valuation and Financing

To be held between August and October 2025, this seminar will shed light on the vital but often overlooked role of IP valuation and financing in business development. Many MSMEs and IP-rich businesses remain unaware of how their intangible assets can be leveraged to raise capital or secure loans. By raising awareness of IP as a financial asset, this activity aims to bridge the gap between the IP ecosystem and the financial sector. It directly supports Strategic Goal 4 of the ASEAN IPR Action Plan by promoting asset creation and commercialisation, and by fostering an environment where IP can be recognised for its monetary value.

The seminar will enhance the understanding of IP valuation and financing among ASEAN IP officials, who can then champion these concepts within their respective countries. Participants will explore how creators and innovators can commercialise IP assets and use them to unlock new financial opportunities. The seminar will feature speakers from the EU, ASEAN Member States, and the financial sector, to encourage cross-sector dialogue and share experiences. Practical discussions will cover simplified approaches to IP valuation for MSMEs, potential policy frameworks, and ways to integrate valuation into IP Office training programmes, laying the groundwork for stronger IP-financing linkages across the region.