Mongolia has experienced significant growth in patent grants and trademark activity during the first half of 2025. According to the National Statistics Office of Mongolia, inventors and companies submitted 311 patent applications from January through June. This number is 45 more than the same period last year, indicating increased efforts to protect intellectual property among individuals and legal entities alike.
The patent office granted a total of 179 patents during these six months. Among these, inventors received 48 patents for inventions, while designers earned 131 patents for industrial designs. Interestingly, the number of invention patents decreased by 12 compared to 2024. However, patents for industrial designs rose by 16. This shift suggests that Mongolia’s innovation landscape is evolving, with more focus on creative design developments alongside technical inventions.
Breaking down the patents by international classification shows a broad spread of innovation fields. Innovators secured 16 patents in chemistry and metallurgy, and 12 patents that address human needs. They obtained 10 patents related to various technological methods, construction, and mining. Eight patents involved mechanics, lighting, heating, pumps, and engines. Additionally, inventors earned five patents in physics and one in electricity and textiles. This variety reflects Mongolia’s growing expertise across multiple technology sectors.
Along with patent activity, trademark registrations increased notably in the first half of 2025. Applicants filed 2,659 trademark registration applications nationwide. Of these, 1,071 were international applications submitted under the Madrid Agreement, specifically designating Mongolia. The trademark office approved 2,201 trademarks, which is 52 more than the previous year. However, officials refused 637 applications after thorough review, maintaining high standards for trademark protection.
Overall, Mongolia’s rising patent grants and trademark activity demonstrate the country’s commitment to fostering innovation and safeguarding intellectual property. Businesses and inventors actively seek legal protection, helping to strengthen Mongolia’s position in the global market. If this positive trend continues, Mongolia can expect even greater participation in innovation-driven sectors, which will fuel economic growth and development.
The growth in patent grants and trademark activity also encourages inventors to invest more time and resources into research and development. As a result, Mongolia’s intellectual property landscape becomes more dynamic and competitive, attracting international interest and collaboration.
