Argentina: Significant IP Changes Announced

On November 13, 2025, the United States and Argentina issued a joint statement outlining a framework for a reciprocal trade and investment agreement. Among other topics, the announcement includes commitments by Argentina to strengthen its intellectual property regime, including patentability criteria and patent backlog, and to work towards aligning its IP regime with international standards.

These commitments suggest that Argentina may soon implement substantial improvements in patentability criteria and accelerate efforts to modernize its IP system. There are also strong expectations that Argentina will join the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT), which would simplify international patent filings and provide greater flexibility for applicants.

These changes would represent a significant step toward harmonizing Argentina’s IP framework with global best practices and enhancing protection for innovators.

We are monitoring developments closely and will keep you informed as soon as further details become available.