ASIPI in Motion: Vision, Action, and Regional Impact by Luis Henriquez

ASIPI in Motion: Vision, Action, and Regional Impact Reflecting on his presidency, Luis Henriquez highlights the transformative journey of ASIPI as a vital community committed to strengthening the IP ecosystem throughout the Americas ahead of the 2025 event. In The Global IP Matrix Magazine Issue 23,  Luis Henriquez, President of the Inter-American Association of Intellectual Property (ASIPI), shares a reflective and forward-looking perspective on the organisation’s journey during his presidency. As ASIPI approaches a pivotal moment with its 2025 Congress in Buenos Aires, Henriquez outlines how the Association has strengthened its institutional voice, expanded regional collaboration, and reaffirmed its commitment to building a resilient and inclusive IP ecosystem across the Americas.

ASIPI as a Living IP Community

ASIPI has evolved beyond the traditional role of a professional association. Under Henriquez’s leadership, it has positioned itself as a living community that brings together practitioners, academics, public institutions, and international organisations. This collaborative structure has enabled meaningful dialogue and collective action, reinforcing ASIPI’s role as a central pillar of intellectual property development throughout the region. Strengthening Institutional Presence and Partnerships

A key focus of the past two years has been consolidating ASIPI’s institutional presence. Strategic relationships with global organisations and regional IP offices have expanded, allowing ASIPI to amplify Latin American perspectives within international policy discussions while implementing initiatives that deliver tangible benefits to member countries. These partnerships have strengthened ASIPI’s credibility and influence across the global IP landscape.

Advancing Education, Ethics, and Inclusion

Education remains central to ASIPI’s mission. Through initiatives such as ASIPI Academia, scholarship programmes, essay competitions, and university collaborations, the Association has supported high-level academic training and opened new pathways for emerging IP professionals. Alongside education, ASIPI has reinforced its ethical foundations through initiatives like the We Respect campaign, embedding diversity, inclusion, and integrity into the Association’s operational culture rather than treating them as abstract ideals.

Preparing for the 2025 Buenos Aires Congress

ASIPI’s upcoming in-person Congress, scheduled for 30 November to 3 December 2025 in Buenos Aires, represents a defining moment for the organisation. The event will convene the international IP community for in-depth discussions on trademarks, patents, artificial intelligence, geographical indications, fashion law, anti-piracy strategies, and plant variety protection. Beyond technical content, the Congress will serve as a space for collaboration, reflection, and renewed commitment to regional IP development.

IP with Purpose: Driving Regional Progress

What distinguishes ASIPI is its human-centred approach to intellectual property. The Association views IP not as an end in itself, but as a mechanism for economic, cultural, and social progress. This philosophy guides its engagement with entrepreneurs, policymakers, and local producers, as well as its research into emerging issues such as sustainable innovation, traditional knowledge, and evolving regulatory frameworks.

Conclusion

As ASIPI enters the final phase of 2025, it does so as an organisation defined by momentum, collaboration, and shared purpose. With a growing membership base and an expanding global footprint, ASIPI continues to evolve while remaining grounded in its core values.

Read the full article in The Global IP Matrix Issue 23, essential reading for IP professionals, policymakers, and regional leaders shaping the future of intellectual property across the Americas.

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