WIPR: Nothing can stand in the way of our work: Ukraine resumes IP system - interview with Riikka Palmos

WIPR: Nothing can stand in the way of our work: Ukraine resumes IP system – interview with Riikka Palmos

8.5.2025

Ukraine is making significant strides to restore its intellectual property (IP) system, ensuring businesses and innovators can thrive. With the recent repeal of wartime IP deadlines, the country’s legal professionals are working diligently to rebuild trust and support economic resilience.

Our Riikka Palmos was interviewed for this WIPR article, providing valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities ahead.

Read the article here. The article has been published 6 May 2025.

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