A high-level delegation representing the Moroccan Office of Industrial and Commercial Property (OMPIC), headed by Director General Abdelaziz Babqiqi, actively participated in the prestigious Global Intellectual Property and Artificial Intelligence Forum held in Geneva on November 9 and 10, 2026. Bringing together hundreds of delegates, legal experts, and policymakers from member states worldwide, the summit served as a critical platform for addressing the profound legal, regulatory, and ethical intersections of artificial intelligence and intellectual property rights.
Advancing Global Dialogue on AI and Innovation
During the two-day international event, participants engaged in high-level discussions regarding the rapid integration of artificial intelligence into creative and industrial sectors. The Moroccan delegation shared valuable perspectives on how emerging digital technologies impact traditional IP frameworks, emphasizing the necessity of balancing technological advancement with robust legal protections for creators, inventors, and enterprises.
As Morocco continues to position itself as a continental and regional hub for technology, innovation, and digital entrepreneurship, OMPIC’s active engagement in Geneva underscores the Kingdom's commitment to staying at the forefront of global standard-setting. By participating in these vital multilateral dialogues, Morocco ensures its national industrial property ecosystem remains aligned with cutting-edge international practices.
Strengthening Institutional Partnerships at WIPO
On the sidelines of the Geneva forum, the Moroccan delegation conducted a strategic working visit to the headquarters of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). The visit was specifically designed to examine WIPO’s advanced institutional methodologies in leveraging artificial intelligence to streamline operational workflows, enhance administrative efficiency, and modernize intellectual property registry services.
This diplomatic and technical exchange allowed Moroccan officials to explore best practices in automated data processing, digital patent searching, and AI-driven customer service solutions. The insights gained from WIPO are expected to directly inform ongoing modernization efforts within Morocco's domestic administrative infrastructure.
Driving Morocco’s National Digital Transformation Strategy
OMPIC's participation in the global forum is a cornerstone of its broader, long-term national digital transformation strategy. Under the visionary leadership of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Morocco has aggressively prioritized digital modernization across all public institutions to foster a transparent, business-friendly environment that encourages domestic and foreign investment.
By integrating state-of-the-art technologies and deploying intuitive, high-efficiency digital platforms, OMPIC aims to drastically improve accessibility for businesses, inventors, and entrepreneurs across the Kingdom. This forward-thinking approach not only elevates the quality of public services delivered by Moroccan institutions but also firmly reinforces Morocco’s reputation as a progressive, innovation-driven economy ready to meet the challenges of the twenty-first century.
As reported by marrakechpost.com.
