On additional measures for the further development of the intellectual property sector (PR-221-son)

26.04.2022

Resolution

of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

In the country, consistent measures are being acted to improve the mechanisms of introducing the results of intellectual activity and innovations into economic sectors, creating regional brands, preventing the sale of counterfeit products, and ensuring reliable legal protection of intellectual property.

At the same time, a number of issues are urgently remaining in such areas as legal protection of intellectual property objects, taking timely measures against violations committed in the field, increasing the material interests of authors and other creators, and protecting the rights of foreign companies to intellectual property.

In order to reliably protect intellectual property, further improve public administration in the field of intellectual property, increase the investment attractiveness of the country and effectively fight against counterfeit products, as well as to fulfill the tasks set in the development strategy of New Uzbekistan for 2022 — 2026:

1. In accordance with the decree of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan dated March 17, 2022 PF-89 "On measures to further increase the effectiveness of organs and institutions of the Ministry of Justice in ensuring the rights and freedoms of citizens and providing legal services" note that the Intellectual Property Agency and its regional centers have been added to the Ministry of Justice with their tasks, functions and powers transferred.

2. It should be noted that:

a) The following shall be carried out by the State Customs Committee:

In the event of a violation of the legal requirements for the trademarks belonging to the right holders included in the customs register of intellectual property objects (hereinafter referred to as the "Register"), to notify about it;

carrying out promotional work on the observance of intellectual property rights among the participants of foreign economic activity;

b) the following state bodies control the strict compliance with the technical regulations on the protection of intellectual property rights and the legal requirements in the field of intellectual property:

The Technical Regulatory Agency is in the process of certifying products, issuing conformity certificates and marks;

The Agency of the Development of the Pharmaceutical Sector is in the process of state registration of medicines, medical supplies and medical equipment.

3. It shall be established a procedure according to which, starting from August 1, 2022, inspections and studies in the following processes will be carried out using the "The portal for protection of industrial property" of the Ministry of Justice:

a) to study and check the existing rights to intellectual property objects (trademark, geographical indication, name of the place of origin and industrial model) in the name, packaging and other details used in the process of certification of the products produced and sold in the republic by the certification bodies;

b) State registration of medicines, medical supplies and medical equipment by the working body of the Agency of the Development of the Pharmaceutical Sector, which carries out state registration, quality control, standardization and certification of medicines, medical supplies and medical equipment and checking and (or) studying whether the rights to intellectual property objects (trademark and industrial design) have been observed in the process of issuing the registration certificate.

the Ministry of Justice should provide free access to the "The portal for protection of industrial property" for all certification bodies until June 1, 2022.

4. it shall be determined, starting from September 1, 2022:

a) Electronic sending and receiving of applications for the inclusion of intellectual property objects in the Register through the "Single Window" customs information system, online monitoring of the stages of their consideration and notifying the applicants about the adopted decisions the procedure is established;

b) intellectual property objects entered into the register by the customs authorities are given the right to protect the legal interests of the right holders:

When goods with signs of violation of intellectual property rights are detected at the customs posts of foreign economic activity during customs control and clearance the customs authorities send a message confirmed by an electronic signature to the personal cabinet of the right holder in the customs information system “Single Window” on this situation within one working day;

in the event that an application as the appropriate form is received from the right holders within one working day from the sending of the message, to take measures for the protection of their rights in accordance with the procedure established by the legislation. In this case, if the application as the appropriate form from the right holders is not received by the customs authorities within this period, the goods will be expelled in the prescribed manner;

identifying signs of violation of intellectual property rights using customs control forms based on the results of the risk management system during customs clearance of goods,except for the cases detected during the rapid search activity of the customs authorities;

c) When the owners of the rights included in the register apply to the customs authorities to take measures to protect their rights to intellectual property objects, they must provide the goods, including the manufacturer, that will help in determining the alleged violation. It is prohibited to request information about the possible place and date of its transportation through the customs border, the characteristics of transportation and the appearance of the packaging, the location of the goods or the planned place of delivery.

The State Customs Committee shall ensure that the draft law on amendments and additions to the Customs Code of the Republic of Uzbekistan arising from this paragraph is submitted to the Cabinet of Ministers within three months.

5. By January 1, 2023, the Ministry of Justice should develop and launch a special internet auction trading platform "Intellectual property - for everyone" to create favorable conditions for the sale of intellectual property objects:

information on intellectual property objects offered for auction;

initial sale price of intellectual property objects offered for auction sale;

information on concluded license agreements and etc.

6. The State Inspectorate for Control in the field of information and telecommunications, together with the Ministry of Information Technologies and Communications Development, until October 1, 2022, at the expense of the Fund for the Development of Information and Communication Technologies, develop and launch the information system "Register of violations of laws in the field of authorship and related rights" (hereinafter referred to as the register of violations) containing information about websites that violate copyright and related rights on the Internet.

It should be noted that in case of systematic violation of copyright and related rights by websites, the State Inspectorate for Control in the field of Information and Telecommunications, based on the conclusion of the Ministry of Justice, will enter information about these websites into the register of violations of the law and its According to the directive of the Ministry of Information Technologies and Communications Development, the activities of these websites will be restricted in accordance with the law until the actions that violate copyright and related rights are eliminated.

The Ministry of Justice and the State Inspectorate for Control in the field of Information and Telecommunications, together with the relevant ministries and agencies, should submit to the Cabinet of Ministers the draft of the government decision on the approval of the procedure for maintaining the register of violations by September 1, 2022.

7. Starting from May 1, 2022, the Information and Mass Communications Agency has full powers to make state control over compliance with the legislation on copyright protection in the distribution (sale, rental, and distribution) of phonograms and audiovisual works. to be fully transferred to the State Inspection for Control in the field of Information and Telecommunications.

8. The following:

The strategy for the development of the intellectual property sector in the Republic of Uzbekistan in 2022 - 2026 (hereinafter - the Strategy) in accordance with Appendix 1;

2022-2026 "roadmap" for the implementation of the strategy for the development of the intellectual property sector in the Republic of Uzbekistan in 2022-2023 according to Appendix 2;

The target indicators (indicators) for the development of the intellectual property sector in the Republic of Uzbekistan in 2022-2026 should be approved in accordance with Appendix 3.

Starting from 2023, every year until December 1, the Ministry of Justice should develop a program of measures with an in-depth analysis of the implementation of the tasks set for the current year for the next year in connection with the implementation of this Strategy and submit it to the Cabinet of Ministers for approval.

9. It should be noted that from November 1, 2022, interdepartmental information exchange in the application of legal measures to manufacturers, sellers and distributors of products that are manufactured, sold and distributed in violation of intellectual property rights will be in accordance with the "IP-Protection" of the Ministry of Justice. is carried out through the information portal (hereinafter referred to as the Portal).

The Ministry of Justice should ensure that the Portal works in electronic form in real time and that interested state bodies and organizations can connect to it on a free basis until June 1, 2022.

10. For the full use of the portal, a procedure of cooperation of state bodies should be established, according to which:

The Department for struggle against economic crimes at the General Prosecutor's Office of the Republic of Uzbekistan, in the fight against fake or counterfeit products whose manufacturer is unknown, provides information about the manufacturers and preparers of this type of products based on the requests of the Ministry of Justice, relevant state bodies and organizations. through ten business days through the Portal;

The Ministry of Internal Affairs, the Ministry of Information Technologies and Communications Development, within the scope of their powers, provide information on persons who violate intellectual property rights on the Internet and social networks, based on the requests of the Ministry of Justice, relevant state bodies and organizations, according to the "On Personal Data" of the Republic of Uzbekistan submits through the Portal within ten working days, in compliance with the requirements of the Law on Information;

The State Customs Committee provides quarterly generalized information to the Ministry of Justice through the Portal about cases when the expulsion of goods with signs of violation of the rights to intellectual property objects and customs authorities included in the Register is suspended;

The Anti-Monopoly Committee provides quarterly information to the Ministry of Justice on the cases of unfair competition committed using intellectual property objects and the decisions made.

11. The Ministry of Justice shall establish the practice of continuous analysis of the information provided to the portal and every half year, together with interested ministries and institutions, to deliver statistics on the indicators of cases of illegal use of intellectual property objects to the general public through the media.

12. In order to ensure the legal protection of intellectual property objects through the court, the Supreme Court should be recommended to adopt a decision of the Plenum of the Supreme Court on uniform judicial practice to consider cases related to intellectual property on the basis of the same approach by all courts of instance.

13. The following:

The schedule of training sessions for training employees of responsible state bodies and organizations on the new mechanisms being introduced for the legal protection of intellectual property is in accordance with Appendix 4;

The schedule of training sessions for training employees of economic subjects to register intellectual property and enter it into civil circulation is in accordance with Appendix 5;

The schedule of training sessions for the improvement of intellectual property skills of employees of higher education and research institutions should be approved in accordance with Appendix 6.

The Ministry of Justice and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, together with the relevant ministries and agencies, should ensure that training sessions are held in accordance with the schedules.

14. Amendments and additions should be made to some decisions of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan and the Government of the Republic of Uzbekistan in accordance with Appendix 7.

15. Some decisions of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan and the Government of the Republic of Uzbekistan shall be considered invalid in accordance with Appendix 8.

16. The Ministry of Justice, together with the relevant ministries and institutions, should make proposals to the Cabinet of Ministers about amendments and additions to the legislative documents arising from this decree within two months.

17. Minister of Justice R.Q.Davletov should be appointed as the person responsible and personally liable for the effective implementation of this decision.

The deputy of Prime Minister J.A.Kochkarov shall be responsible for discussing the implementation of the decree, coordinating and controlling the activities of the agencies responsible for the implementation.

The President of the Republic of Uzbekistan should be informed about the effectiveness of the implemented measures by January 1, 2023.

President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Sh. MIRZIYOYEV

Tashkent,

April 26, 2022,

NO. PR-221

ANNEX NO. 1 to the Resolution of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan No. PR-221 dated April 26, 2022

STRATEGY

of Development of Intellectual Property Sphere in the Republic of Uzbekistan for 2022-2026

Chapter 1: General Provisions

Accelerated introduction of modern information and innovative technologies in the branches of economy, social and other spheres through the application of results of intellectual activity is one of the important conditions of progressive development of the Republic of Uzbekistan.

The rapid development of all spheres of life of society and the state requires reforms based on the creation of modern innovative ideas, inventions and popular regional brands aimed at strengthening the strong position of our country in the world market, ensuring its confident march towards achieving the level of developed countries.

At the same time, the conducted analysis has shown that the work on the development of intellectual activity, modernization of production processes through the application of the results of advanced intellectual activity, legal protection of intellectual property, adaptation of interaction of state bodies and organizations in this sphere to modern requirements, increasing the volume of products with the use of intellectual property objects, as well as expanding the range of competitive products with their own name (brand) on the In particular:

involvement of intellectual property objects in production processes is very low;

the population and business entities do not have sufficient knowledge and skills in the field of intellectual property;

business entities are not interested in introducing the results of intellectual activity in their activities;

favorable conditions for inventors and innovators have not been created;

interaction between ministries and departments responsible for ensuring legal protection of intellectual property objects is not sufficiently established, the activities of research institutions and laboratories in the field of intellectual property are not sufficiently coordinated;

the level of introduction of scientific developments into the civil turnover is low;

there is a shortage of highly qualified specialists in the field of "IP Management" (intellectual property management), who are able to actively engage in the development and transfer of intellectual property objects;

legal protection of intellectual property is insufficient, there is a lack of qualified specialists in this field, especially in state bodies and organizations;

there are no practical measures in educational organizations aimed at creating a sense of respect for the results of people's intellectual activity;

measures aimed at the correct use of other people's intellectual property objects and prevention of plagiarism in the educational process are insufficiently realized;

work on counteracting the sale of counterfeit goods, as well as on legal protection of intellectual property for goods exported from and imported into the territory of the Republic of Uzbekistan is not organized at the appropriate level.

These shortcomings impede the intensive development of intellectual property sphere in our country, increase of export of products representing Uzbekistan in the world markets, attraction of foreign investments, economic growth and development of other spheres of life of the state and society.

In this regard, the adoption of the Strategy for the Development of Intellectual Property in the Republic of Uzbekistan for 2022-2026 (hereinafter - the Strategy) is of particular importance.

Chapter 2: Goals and Objectives of the Strategy

1. The main objective of the Strategy is to include Uzbekistan in a number of developed countries in the scientific and technological sphere and in the field of invention by turning intellectual property into the main driver of development of socio-economic life of society and the state, as well as promoting regional brands as a tool for comprehensive development of regions based on the principle "From effective legal protection of intellectual property - to strong legal protection".

2 The main objectives of the Strategy in achieving the main goal are:

elimination of existing gaps and contradictions in the legislation in the field of intellectual property, its continuous improvement based on the best world practices;

improvement of the system of state management in the field of intellectual property within the framework of administrative reforms being implemented in the republic by eliminating duplication of tasks and functions in the activities of responsible ministries and departments;

regular improvement of the processes of legal protection of intellectual property objects taking into account modern trends and support for the creation of intellectual property objects;

creation of mechanisms to combat the realization of counterfeit products, as well as effective protection of rights to intellectual property objects for goods exported from and imported into the territory of the Republic of Uzbekistan;

ensuring the protection of intellectual property objects through an effective legal mechanism;

full digitalization of the intellectual property sphere through the introduction of modern information and communication technologies in order to free the sphere from bureaucracy;

regular targeted propaganda activities using innovative methods to change the attitude of citizens and business entities to intellectual property, to improve their legal culture in this area;

active participation in the processes of global integration in the field of intellectual property.

Chapter 3. Main Directions of the Strategy

3.1 Improvement of State Management in the Field of Intellectual Property

1. Further improvement of interdepartmental interaction of state bodies and organizations for the purpose of reliable legal protection of intellectual property.

2. wide introduction of pre-trial procedures for the resolution of disputes in the field of intellectual property.

3. Study of the best international practices in the activities of special authorized bodies for the protection of intellectual property rights.

3.2 Improvement of legislation in the field of intellectual property

1. Formation of a solid legislative base for reliable legal protection of intellectual property rights.

2. Taking real measures to prevent the illegal use of the results of intellectual activity and means of individualization of participants of civil turnover, goods, works and services in the Internet space, taking into account globalization and the possibilities of modern information and communication technologies.

3. Development of a mechanism to ensure that right holders of intellectual property objects benefit by protecting and restoring their rights.

4. Carrying out a comparative analysis of the Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) and the legislation of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the field of intellectual property.

5. Study of the introduction of the "ex officio" procedure in the customs legislation.

3.3 Further improvement of the processes of creation and registration of intellectual property objects

1. Supporting the creation of regional brands in the regions and taking measures to further promote the "Made in Uzbekistan" brand in the world.

2. Simplification of the processes of registration of the results of intellectual activity.

3. Creating favorable conditions for the creation of inventions that will bring high benefit to the state and society in the country.

4. Development of administrative regulations governing the processes of rendering public services on registration of intellectual property objects.

3.4 Improvement of the system of protection of intellectual property rights

1. organization of wide use in the republic of the online platform "WIPO Alert" on copyright protection in the Internet with the assistance of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).

2. Further activation of the activity of patent attorneys providing professional legal assistance in the field of intellectual property.

3. Analytical study of the activities of organizations managing property rights on a collective basis, taking measures to transform them into organizations that truly protect copyright and related rights.

4. ensuring strong legal protection in the field of intellectual property by involving all forces and means together with the relevant ministries and departments to detect and prevent offenses in this area.

5. Analytical study of the prospects for the use of licensed software tools in the activities of government agencies and organizations on the basis of best foreign practices.

6. Realization of necessary measures on protection of copyright, including irreconcilable struggle against plagiarism.

3.5. Introduction and enhancement of information and communication technologies in intellectual property relations

1. Development of a calculator module that calculates the amount of royalties paid for the use of intellectual property objects.

2. Compilation of the register of pharmacologically active substances and medicinal preparations registered as intellectual property objects.

3. Expanding the possibilities of using specialized information systems of the Ministry of Justice.

4. Introduction of a new mechanism of informing applicants about each stage of the processes of state registration of intellectual property objects.

5. Elimination of bureaucratic barriers faced by applicants through digitalization of the processes of state registration of intellectual property objects.

3.6 Formation in society of a sense of respect for intellectual property and improvement of legal culture of the population

1. Support the wide use of intellectual property in the activities of business entities, including the establishment of a regular exchange of views on overcoming problems arising from the use of intellectual property in their activities.

2. Improvement of subject programs in the field of intellectual property in order to foster a sense of respect for the results of intellectual activity, as well as inventive and innovative qualities in students of general secondary and vocational schools.

3. Creation of a series of textbooks and teaching aids of new generation in the field of intellectual property, as well as translation of foreign literature in this field into the Uzbek language.

4. Provision of translation into English of legislative acts in the field of intellectual property in order to provide foreigners with access to these documents.

5. Organization of foreign internships, seminars and training courses for workers of the sphere with the participation of international experts on topical issues in the field of intellectual property.

6. Raising awareness of the international community about the ongoing reforms in the field of intellectual property and positive changes in the field of protection of rights and legitimate interests of intellectual property right holders.

7. Introduction of the procedure of practical training in the State Institution "Intellectual Property Center" under the Ministry of Justice for students of higher educational organizations (in the fields of light industry, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, etc.) in order to ensure an inseparable link between study and practice.

8. Organization of training courses "IP Management" (Intellectual Property Management) on a paid-contract basis to assist the population and business entities in turning their intellectual property objects into a means of generating high incomes.

9. Organization of training courses for journalists providing information to the general public in the field of intellectual property, on a fee and contract basis.

3.7 Implementation of international standards and development of international cooperation in the field of intellectual property

1. study of the accession of the Republic of Uzbekistan to the universal international treaties in the field of intellectual property administered by WIPO.

2. Holding an international forum "Intellectual Property in the XXI century" in order to create a dialog platform for international and national experts in the field of intellectual property.

3. Intensification of cooperation with representative offices of international organizations in the Republic of Uzbekistan, intellectual property institutions of other states, international organizations, as well as relations with foreign donors through the implementation of joint projects.

4. Enhancement of skills of domestic business entities in the field of intellectual property use by ensuring their participation in special programs of WIPO.

ANNEX NO. 2 to the Resolution of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan No. PR-221 dated April 26, 2022

"ROAD MAP”

on realization in 2022-2023 of the Strategy for the Development of the Intellectual Property Sphere in the Republic of Uzbekistan for 2022-2026

№ Name of the Event Form of realization Due Dates Responsible Parties I. Improvement of State Management in the Field of Intellectual Property 1. Study of the activities of the Arbitration and Mediation Center of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the feasibility of its implementation in Uzbekistan. Informational and analytical report September 2022 Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov), interested ministries and departments 2. Study of the activities of special authorized bodies for the protection of intellectual property rights of developed foreign countries (National Coordination Center for Intellectual Property Rights of the United States, the UK Intellectual Property Crime Police, the Federal Police of Australia and others). Based on the results of the study, preparation of proposals for improving the activities of state bodies and organizations on the legal protection of intellectual property in the Republic by critically reviewing their activities. Informational and analytical report May 2023 Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov) 3. Study of mechanisms for judicial resolution of disputes related to intellectual property in advanced foreign countries. Informational and analytical report October 2023 Supreme Court (K. Kamilov), Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov) , General Prosecutor's Office (N. Yuldoshev) 4. Use of the state information system "Portal of Industrial Property Protection" of the Ministry of Justice by state bodies and organizations, which have new tasks to ensure the enforcement of intellectual property rights, including the organization by them of seminars and the development of methodological recommendations for studying the enforcement of intellectual property rights through this Portal. Seminars Methodological recommendations May - September 2022 Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov) II. Improvement of legislation in the field of intellectual property 5. Introduction of the following amendments and additions to legislative acts, providing mechanisms for reliable legal protection of intellectual property rights: Code of the Republic of Uzbekistan on Administrative Liability - inclusion of norms establishing liability for violation of rights to geographical indications; Laws of the Republic of Uzbekistan "On Inventions, Utility Models and Industrial Designs", "On Trademarks, Service Marks and Appellations of Origin of Goods", "On Company Names" and "On Plant Varities and Animal Breeds" - introduction of the procedure for recovery of compensation from twenty-fold to one thousandth of the basic calculation value instead of damages, regardless of the fact of causing losses to the owners of intellectual property objects, taking into account the specifics of the offense and the degree of guilt of the offender. Draft law August 2023 Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov) , Supreme Court (K. Kamilov), General Prosecutor's Office (N. Yuldoshev) , Antimonopoly Committee (Sh. Sharakhmetov), State Customs Committee (A. Mavlonov) , State Tax Committee (Sh. Kudbiev) 6. Amending and supplementing existing legislative acts in order to prevent the illegal use of intellectual property objects and information about them on websites, social networks and other information resources, as well as to ensure effective protection of intellectual property rights in the information and communication environment. Draft law April 2023 Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov), Supreme Court (K. Kamilov), State Inspectorate for Control in the Field of Information and Telecommunications (A. Abdullaev) , Agency of Information and Mass Communications (A. Khojaev), Ministry for Development of Information Technologies and Communications (Sh. Shermatov), Antimonopoly Committee (Sh. Sharakhmetov) 7. Analysis of compliance of the intellectual property system of the Republic of Uzbekistan with the norms and principles of the Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) of the World Trade Organization (WTO). Informational and analytical report During 2022 Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov), Ministry of Investment and Foreign Trade (L. Kudratov), Ministry of Foreign Affairs (V. Norov), State Customs Committee (A. Mavlonov) 8. Study of the issue of inclusion of "ex officio" procedure in the customs legislation based on the norms of international treaties on intellectual property of the World Trade Organization. Based on the results of the study, development and submission to the Cabinet of Ministers of a draft normative-legal act on introduction of relevant amendments and additions to the legislation. Draft law August 2022 State Customs Committee (A. Mavlonov), Ministry of Investment and Foreign Trade (L. Kudratov), Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov) 9. Studying the practice (precedents) of resolving issues in the field of intellectual property of the Dispute Settlement Body in the WTO system and submitting information on its results to the Cabinet of Ministers. Informational and analytical report December 2022 Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov), Ministry of Investment and Foreign Trade (L. Kudratov), State Customs Committee (A. Mavlonov) III. Further improvement of the processes of creation and registration of intellectual property objects 10. Increase exports of domestic products to world markets under the brand "Made in Uzbekistan" by supporting the creation of regional brands in the regions. At the same time, special attention should be paid to: Identifying and ensuring, in accordance with the established procedure, national and international registration of appellations of origin of promising goods and their geographical indications in their territories by local public authorities; opening trade houses of domestic business entities manufacturing and producing products with geographical indications that have gained high prestige abroad; conducting presentations and advertising campaigns to promote domestic products under the "Made in Uzbekistan" brand with the appellation of origin of goods and geographical indications to foreign markets; full reimbursement of expenses related to the implementation of the above measures at the expense of funds allocated from the State Budget to the Export Promotion Agency under the Ministry of Investment and Foreign Trade. Comprehensive measures 2022-2023 Council of Ministers of the Republic of Karakalpakstan, khokimiyats of regions and the city of Tashkent, Ministry of Investment and Foreign Trade (L. Kudratov) 11. Development and approval of administrative regulations on submission and consideration of applications for registration of intellectual property objects and issuance of protection documents, provision of state services on registration of rights to intellectual property objects and registration of agreements on their transfer for use, as well as extension of validity of the relevant protection documents. Draft decree of the Cabinet of Ministers 2022-2023 Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov), Ministry of Innovative Development (I. Abdurakhmanov), interested ministries and departments 12. Simplification of procedures for registration of inventions, utility models and industrial designs. Draft normative legal act December 2023 Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov) 13. Analyzing the prospects of providing tax benefits to inventors in order to support invention and create the necessary conditions for inventors in the country. At the same time, study of advanced foreign experience in deducting from the taxable base the income received by natural and legal persons in the process of realization of inventions. Informational and analytical report May 2023 Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov), interested ministries and departments IV. Improvement of the system of protection of intellectual property rights 14. Realization of necessary measures for further activation of patent attorneys' activity. In this regard, it is envisaged to: Study of existing problems in the activities of patent attorneys by conducting a survey among them; Establishment of the Association of Patent Attorneys in order to coordinate the activities of patent attorneys and provide them with comprehensive support; ensuring active participation of patent attorneys in the processes of pre-trial settlement of disputes in the field of intellectual property; development of a "Code of Ethics of Patent Attorneys" to ensure that patent attorneys provide professional legal assistance and their conscientious attitude to their profession. Comprehensive measures March 2023 Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov) , interested ministries and departments 15. Implementation of necessary measures to further intensify the activities of organizations managing property rights on a collective basis, including transforming them into organizations that effectively protect copyright and related rights. Organizational measures April 2023 Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov), Ministry of Culture (O. Nazarbekov), interested ministries and departments 16. Study of the prospects of introduction in practice of publishing production with a specially protected QR code issued by each publishing house on the basis of the advanced foreign experience in order to ensure the observance of copyright and related rights by publishing houses and to establish the delivery of exclusively original publishing production to consumers.ПоитогамизучениявнесениевКабинетМинистровпредложенийовнедренииданногопорядка. Draft decree of the Cabinet of Ministers December 2022 Agency of Information and Mass Communications (A. Khojaev), Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov), Chamber of Commerce and Industry (D. Vakhobov), Commissioner for the Protection of Rights and Legitimate Interests of Business Entities (D. Kasimov) 17. Study of best foreign practices and preparation of proposals for the comprehensive improvement of the system of copyright and related rights protection. In this regard, provision shall be made for: Effective legal measures, including suspension or revocation of the relevant license for illegal use by performers of copyright and related rights objects belonging to other persons; Encouragement of persons whose rights have been violated from the proceeds derived from the unlawful use of copyright and related rights; Strengthening the prevention of copyright and related rights violations at weddings, performances. Draft normative legal act July 2023 Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov), Ministry of Culture (O. Nazarbekov), interested ministries and departments 18. To introduce the use of the online platform "WIPO Alert" in the activities of the Ministry of Justice and the State Inspectorate for Control in the Field of Informatization and Telecommunications, with the assistance of WIPO. In doing so, it is envisaged to: the inclusion of information on websites that are recognized as "copyright infringing" under the law in a special secure online platform "WIPO Alert" maintained by WIPO; bringing information on pirate websites included in the special secure online platform "WIPO Alert" by other states to the attention of domestic advertising agencies and entrepreneurs. Organizational measures August 2023 Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov), State Inspectorate for Control in the Field of Information and Telecommunications (A. Abdullaev) 19. Conducting an analytical study of the prospects for the use of licensed software in the activities of government agencies and organizations on the basis of best foreign practices, based on the results of the study - development and submission of proposals to the Cabinet of Ministers. Informational and analytical report March 2023 Ministry for the Development of Information Technologies and Communications (Sh. Shermatov), State Inspectorate for Control in the Field of Information and Telecommunications (A. Abdullaev) , Ministry of Finance (T. Ishmetov), interested ministries and departments 20. Development of a plan of joint actions to identify and prevent offenses in the field of intellectual property together with law enforcement and other government agencies and organizations. Organizational measures July 2022 Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov), State Tax Committee (Sh. Kudbiev), State Customs Committee (A. Mavlonov), Antimonopoly Committee (Sh. Sharakhmetov) 21. Implementing the necessary measures to protect copyright, including an irreconcilable fight against plagiarism. At the same time, special attention should be paid to: Educating the younger generation at all levels and stages of the education system in the spirit of respect for the results of other people's intellectual activity; introduction in practice of modern approaches aimed at preventing students from copying each other's assignments (plagiarism) in the educational process; introduction of the procedure of regular checking of students-students for rewriting (plagiarism) of control, graduation, scientific and other works with the help of the program; improving the procedures for conducting expert examination for rewriting (plagiarism) during the defense of scientific papers and dissertations, as well as at all previous stages; taking effective measures against those who have committed rewriting (plagiarism) in order to prevent the repetition of such actions. Draft normative legal act September 2022 State Inspectorate for Supervision of the Quality of Education (U. Tashkenboev), Higher Attestation Commission (A. Yusupov), Ministry of Public Education (B. Saidov), Ministry of Higher and Secondary Special Education (A. Toshkulov), Ministry of Innovative Development (I. Abdurakhmonov) V. Introduction and enhancement of information and communication technologies in intellectual property relations 22. In order to create favorable conditions for authors, creative people and subjects of related rights to create new works, performances, phonograms, programs and broadcasts, the launch of a special calculator module on the website of the Ministry of Justice that calculates the remuneration paid for the use of works and products of authors, creative people and subjects of related rights. Organizational and technical measures May 2022 Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov) , Agency of Information and Mass Communications (A. Khojaev), Ministry for Development of Information Technologies and Communications (Sh. Shermatov) 23. Compilation of the register of substances and medicines with active pharmacological effects registered as inventions, utility models, industrial designs and trademarks. Organizational and technical measures November 2022 Pharmaceutical Industry Development Agency (S. Kariev) , Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov), interested ministries and departments 24. Expansion of access to the "Portal for the Protection of Industrial Property" of the Ministry of Justice through the use of modern information and communication technologies. Improvement of the "Portal of Industrial Property Protection" taking into account the possibility of: provision of online electronic information on license agreements on the use of intellectual property objects registered with the Ministry of Justice by creating a separate section; online receipt of protection documents of all registered intellectual property objects Organizational and technical measures January 2023 Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov) 25. Transfer of the processes related to the registration of intellectual property objects fully into electronic format in 24/7 mode. This provides for: Online acceptance of documents; SMS-informing of applicants about each stage of the application review process; sending correspondence related to the registration processes by means of electronic digital signature or QR code (matrix bar code); issuance of security documents. Organizational and technical measures October 2023 Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov) VI. Formation in society of a sense of respect for intellectual property and improvement of legal culture of the population 26. Conducting surveys among entrepreneurs on problems arising in the process of using intellectual property objects and proposals for their solution, holding press conferences on topical issues of using intellectual property in business activities with the involvement of foreign investors. Based on the results of press conferences - implementation of measures to ensure reliable protection of the rights and legitimate interests of entrepreneurs and foreign investors who are owners of intellectual property objects, as well as preparation of proposals for improving the legislation. Comprehensive measures 2022-2023 Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov), Chamber of Commerce and Industry (D. Vakhobov) 27. Developing knowledge of intellectual property in general secondary schools in order to instill in the younger generation a sense of respect for the results of the intellectual activity of others, as well as skills such as inventiveness and innovation. At the same time, the relevant subject programs should be improved in order to impart knowledge not only about copyright but also about industrial property in the programs of the subjects "Fundamentals of the State and Law of Uzbekistan", "Fundamentals of State and Law", "Fundamentals of Economic Knowledge" and "Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship". Comprehensive measures September 2023 Ministry of Public Education (B. Saidov), State Inspectorate for Supervision of the Quality of Education (U. Tashkenbaev), Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov), interested ministries and departments 28. Preparation of a series of textbooks and training manuals in the field of intellectual property of a new generation with the involvement of foreign scientists and specialists, as well as ensuring the translation of foreign literature in this field into the Uzbek language. Comprehensive measures December 2023 Ministry of Higher and Secondary Special Education (A. Toshkulov), Ministry of Public Education (B. Saidov) , Agency of Information and Mass Communications (A. Khojaev), Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov), ministries and departments that have higher educational institutions in their system 29. Acceleration of translation into English of legal acts in the field of intellectual property affecting the rights and legitimate interests of citizens and business entities of importance for foreign investors. Organizational measures October 2023 Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov), Ministry of Investment and Foreign Trade (L. Kudratov), Chamber of Commerce and Industry (D. Vakhobov), interested ministries and departments 30. Organization of internships abroad, seminars and training courses for the staff of bodies and institutions of justice on topical issues in the field of intellectual property with the participation of international experts. Organizational measures 2022-2023 Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov), Ministry of Foreign Affairs (V. Norov) 31. Raising awareness of the international community about the ongoing reforms in the field of intellectual property, positive changes in the protection of rights and legitimate interests of owners of intellectual property rights with the assistance of diplomatic missions and consular offices of the Republic of Uzbekistan abroad. Organizational measures January 2023 Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov), Ministry of Foreign Affairs (V. Norov), Agency of Information and Mass Communications (A. Khojaev), State Customs Committee (A. Mavlonov) 32. Implementation of the procedure for students of higher educational institutions (light industry, pharmaceuticals, agriculture and other areas) to pass the State Institution "Center for Intellectual Property" under the Ministry of Justice in their free time in order to improve the knowledge and skills of young people in the field of intellectual property. Action Plan Starting in the 2022/2023 school year (according to the timetable) Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov), Ministry of Higher and Secondary Special Education (A. Toshkulov), interested higher education institutions 33. Organization of training courses on "IP Management" (intellectual property management) for specialists of higher education and research institutions, population and business entities at the Center for Advanced Training of Lawyers on a paid-contract basis. In these training courses special attention is paid to the formation of knowledge and skills of specialists of higher education and research institutions, population and business entities in the development of their intellectual property objects (protection at the national and international level, branding, rebranding, advertising and others), profit making by involving these objects in the civil turnover. Draft normative legal act October 2023 Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov), Chamber of Commerce and Industry ( D. Vakhobov), interested ministries and departments 34. Organization of training courses for professional development of journalists specializing in the legal protection of intellectual property on a paid-contract basis. Organizational measures October 2023 Agency of Information and Mass Communications (A. Khodjaev) , University of Journalism and Mass Communications of Uzbekistan (S. Kudrathuzha), Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov) VII. Implementation of international standards and development of international cooperation in the field of intellectual property 35. Study of the issues of accession of the Republic of Uzbekistan to international treaties in the field of intellectual property. In particular: 1) Geneva Act of the Lisbon Agreement on Appellations of Origin and Geographical Indications (May 20, 2015, Geneva); 2) Beijing Agreement on Audiovisual Performances (June 24, 2012, Beijing). Informational and analytical report November 2023 Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov), Ministry of Foreign Affairs (V. Norov ) Ministry of Culture (O. Nazarbekov), NTRK of Uzbekistan (A. Khadzhaev), interested ministries and departments 36. Organization of the International Forum "Intellectual Property in the XXI Century" with the purpose of exchange of views on the world reforms in the field of intellectual property and current trends in this area, as well as the creation of a dialog platform for the study of best foreign practices. Organizational measuresмеры July 2023 Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov), Antimonopoly Committee (Sh. Sharakhmetov), State Customs Committee (A. Mavlonov), interested ministries and departments 37. Intensification of cooperation with representative offices of international organizations in the Republic of Uzbekistan, intellectual property offices of other states, international organizations, as well as relations with foreign donors through the implementation of joint projects. Cooperation Program October 2022 Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov), Ministry of Foreign Affairs (V. Norov), Ministry of Investment and Foreign Trade (L. Kudratov) 38. Ensuring wide participation of SMEs operating in the country in the WIPO IP Diagnostics system in cooperation with WIPO. Organizational measures September 2023 Ministry of Justice (R. Davletov), Ministry of Foreign Affairs (V. Norov ) Chamber of Commerce and Industry (D. Vakhobov)