Intellectual Property Enforcement: Creating Prosperity and Growth by Protecting IP Rights Abroad

Developed and developing nations alike suffer economically by not enforcing Intellectual Property protection. In order to strengthen our economy, the U.S. needs to rally international and domestic support for IP protection in the industries where it matters most: software, media, pharmaceuticals, and retail. The U.S. also needs to use economic incentives to persuade developing countries that it is in their best interest to protect IP. This discussion paper provides an overview of the challenges and facing IP enforcement in the software, media, retail and pharmaceutical industries and highlights opportunities for win-win solutions at home and abroad.