Join IPO’s European Practice Committee on October 20 in The Hague for a one-day conference on A Whole New World of IP in Europe. Among others there will be a panel discussion on the compulsory licensing directive. For more information & to register, visit

Join IPO’s European Practice Committee on October 20 in The Hague for a one-day conference on A Whole New World of IP in Europe. Among others there will be a panel discussion on the compulsory licensing directive. For more information & to register, visit

India-Pakistan tensions over water resources intensify following a ruling by the Hague-based court. The decision adds another layer to a long-running dispute over cross-border river management, with regional tensions remaining elevated.

Speaking to reporters outside the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague, acting Venezuelan president Delcy Rodríguez thoroughly rebuked America's deranged dictator-wannabe, saying becoming a U.S. state "is not contemplated" and "would never be contemplated." Rodríguez emphasized that Venezuela is an independent, free country, not an American colony — and would not become a victim of American imperialism.

Today is the last day to register for IPO’s one-day conference in The Hague this Friday, October 20, with presentations on how things are going so far with the UPC, green initiatives, compulsory licensing directive, and more! Register here #IPOCommittees#

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys and I met yesterday to strengthen our political and security cooperation in Europe. I welcomed Lithuania reaching its Hague defense spending target ahead of schedule, an important demonstration of its commitment to NATO and our shared security.