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14 October 2026NewsPatentsLiz Hockley

Charleroi, Liverpool and Shanghai win WIPO’s first ‘City of Innovation’ awards

The three cities received the inaugural awards for their pledges to foster innovation and creativity over the coming year, with plans including attracting technology startups, expanding practical support for intellectual property and connecting research excellence with business growth.

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