Today, 15 May 2025, an InfoCons representative is participating in the virtual Workshop on the Korean Special Judicial Police (SPJ), held via Zoom.
This event is organized within the framework of the EU–Republic of Korea Intellectual Property Action, a European Commission-funded initiative implemented by the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO). The project aims to strengthen cooperation between the EU and Korea in the field of intellectual property (IP).
The workshop focuses on the structure and operation of Korea’s IP enforcement system. It will highlight the organization, functions, key achievements, and best practices of the Korean Special Judicial Police. Enforcement responsibilities are split between two authorities: the Korean Intellectual Property Office (KIPO), responsible for industrial property rights, and the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST), responsible for copyright enforcement.
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The agenda begins with general presentations on the enforcement roles of KIPO and MCST, as well as an overview of the EUIPO Observatory’s work within the broader European enforcement framework. Later sessions will delve into the specific roles and casework of SPJ divisions, including the Trademark Police, the Tech Police, and the Unfair Competition Investigation Division.
The workshop brings together a diverse group of stakeholders from both Korea and the EU—representatives from the European Commission, EUIPO, the Observatory network, and the private sector. This range of perspectives is expected to foster insightful discussions and contribute to a deeper shared understanding of current challenges and effective practices in IP enforcement.
The agenda of the event is the following:
- Workshop Opening
Speakers: - Giulia Piccinin, EU-RoK IP Action, Cooperation and Partnerships Department, EUIPO
- Ryu Jeong-Hyeon, Head of International Cooperation Management, International Cooperation Division, KIPO
- Presentation on KIPO’s Enforcement Authority and Korea’s Legal Framework for Enforcement
Speaker: Ms. Young-mi Choi, Intellectual Property Protection Policy Division, KIPO - Q&A Session
- Overview of MCST’s Enforcement Authority and the Copyright Special Judicial Police
Speaker: Mr. Jinwon Song, International Cooperation & Investigation Team, Copyright Protection Division, MCST - Q&A Session
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- Introduction to the European Observatory on Infringements of Intellectual Property Rights
Speaker: Mr. Nestor Martínez-Aguado, IP in the Digital World Service, Observatory Department, EUIPO - Q&A Session
- Presentation on Trademark Police Efforts and Case Studies on Combating Counterfeit Goods
Speaker: Ms. Vin Lim, Assistant Deputy Director, Trademark Police Division, KIPO - Q&A Session
- Insights into Technology Police Investigations on Technology & Trade Secret Infringements with Case Studies
Speaker: Mr. Sang-yong Song, Deputy Director, Technology & Design Police Division, KIPO - Q&A Session
- Overview of Unfair Competition Investigation and Related Case Studies
Speaker: Ms. Jong-seon Lee, Assistant Deputy Director, Unfair Competition Investigation Division, KIPO - Q&A Session
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- Discussion on K-brand Protection and Measures to Block Overseas Counterfeit Goods
Speaker: Mr. Oh Sejin, Deputy Director, Intellectual Property Dispute Settlement Division, KIPO - Q&A Session
- Closing Remarks
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