Source · Select Committees · Business, Innovation, Science and Trade Committee
Recommendation 1
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Include robust, enforceable intellectual property chapters in all new and updated FTAs.
Recommendation
Asia-Pacific offers vast commercial potential for UK exports of both goods and services, but realising these opportunities for greater trade will depend on overcoming barriers through targeted regulatory diplomacy and sustained engagement through dialogues and trade frameworks. In particular, the Government must include robust and enforceable IP chapters in all new and updated FTAs. It should also ensure that adequate resources are allocated to support enforcement, investigation, and trade promotion of IP protections. (Conclusion, Paragraph 24)
Government Response
A response document is linked to this report, dated 19 September 2025. Response attribution to this recommendation has not been verified. Read the response document ↗