The purpose of Amcham’s IP Committee involvement is to raise the awareness of issues and critical views in public and in business societies. The present financial situation calls out for the administration to assess all available opportunities to create a more competitive and business-friendly environment. AmCham may contribute its share by learning and informing about best practices from other countries and by contributing to legislative initiatives. With its international network, AmCham and its IP Committee can become a valuable bridge towards this goal.