Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy Encourages Intellectual Property as a Creative Economic Asset
The Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy (Kemenparekraf) continues to strive to increase the economic value of the creative works of the Indonesian people. One of its main steps is to encourage creative economy players to register the intellectual property (IP) of their works so that they have higher economic value.
According to the ministry, intellectual property such as copyrights, trademarks, and patents are very valuable assets in the digital era. By having official legal protection, creators can more easily gain access to capital from banking institutions. This is because intellectual property certificates can now be used as collateral or security for loans.
This program aims to provide legal protection while improving the welfare of creative business players. Many local products, ranging from culinary and handicrafts to digital applications, have great potential to compete in the global market. However, without strong protection, these works are vulnerable to piracy and misuse by other parties.
In addition to providing ease of registration, the government is also actively conducting outreach in various regions. The goal is for the public, especially micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), to understand the importance of the legality of their work. This step is expected to create a healthier and more professional creative economy ecosystem in Indonesia.
In conclusion, strengthening intellectual property is a key factor in advancing the national economy. By turning creative works into economically valuable assets, it is hoped that Indonesia's creative economy sector can continue to grow and make a greater contribution to the nation's progress in the future.