Dr. Hafiz Aziz ur Rehman, Director of the School of Law at Quaid-i-Azam University, Meets with Mr. Farukh Amil, Chairman Intellectual Property Organization of Pakistan.

Quaid-i-Azam University, Pakistan’s premier educational institution, takes a significant stride toward fostering intellectual property (IP) education, training, and research through a productive meeting between Dr. Hafiz Aziz ur Rehman, Director of the School of Law, and Mr. Farukh Amil, Chairman Intellectual Property Organization of Pakistan (IPO). The meeting, held at the IPO Office, focused on enhancing IP awareness and establishing a culture of IP-centric innovation.

Quaid-i-Azam University (QAU) has recently received global recognition, achieving the prestigious ranking of 315th worldwide in the QS World University Rankings 2024. As a testament to its commitment to excellence, the School of Law at QAU offers an Intellectual Property course to final year students, providing them with a solid foundation in this crucial field. Building upon this foundation, QAU plans to introduce a specialized certificate course in Intellectual Property law and Practice in the near future.

During the meeting, Mr. Farukh Amil emphasized the necessity of educating and guiding young students and researchers in matters of innovation and the utilization of the intellectual property system. Recognizing the significance of this collaboration, both QAU and IPO have agreed to continue their joint efforts in promoting a culture of IP-centric innovation.

By combining QAU’s academic expertise and IPO’s valuable insights, the partnership aims to bridge the gap between academia and industry, fostering an environment where creativity and innovation flourish. The collaboration will pave the way for enhanced IP education, training, and research opportunities for students, ensuring they are well-equipped to navigate the complexities of intellectual property.

Dr. Hafiz Aziz ur Rehman expressed his enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating, “We are thrilled to join forces with the Intellectual Property Organization of Pakistan to empower our students with a comprehensive understanding of intellectual property and its significance in the modern world. This cooperation will strengthen our commitment to providing quality education and fostering innovation.”

Mr. Farukh Amil commented, “It is imperative that we cultivate a culture of IP-centric innovation in Pakistan. By working together with Quaid-i-Azam University, we can nurture young minds, unlock their potential, and facilitate the development of a robust intellectual property ecosystem that will drive economic growth and technological advancement.”

The collaboration between Quaid-i-Azam University and the Intellectual Property Organization of Pakistan represents a crucial step forward in promoting intellectual property awareness and education. As the collaboration unfolds, it is expected to yield fruitful results, empowering students, researchers, and innovators to harness the power of intellectual property for the betterment of society.