First chief IP negotiator could take on broad portfolio at USTR

The U.S.’ first chief trade negotiator for innovation and intellectual property could take on a wide slate of responsibilities, from stepping up enforcement of IP obligations in U.S. trade agreements to negotiating new deals bilaterally and multilaterally, according to sources and an industry representative. Following months of pressure from lawmakers and industry, President Biden earlier this month nominated Christopher Wilson for the position of chief IP negotiator at the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative. The role has been vacant...