- The World Intellectual Property Organization’s (WIPO) Global Innovation Index (GII) 2025 report, titled “Innovation at a Crossroads,” emphasizes a period of reassessment for global innovation.
Key Insights and Highlights from the Report
Global Rankings
– Top 5 Innovators: For the 15th consecutive year, Switzerland ranks first, followed by Sweden in second, the United States in third, the Republic of Korea in fourth, and Singapore in fifth.
– New Entrants and Rising Stars: China has entered the top 10 for the first time, securing the 10th position and leading all middle-income economies.
– Other countries making significant progress include India, Türkiye, Vietnam, and Morocco, all of which are noted for their upward mobility in the rankings.
India’s Performance in the Global Innovation Index 2025
India has risen to 38th place among 139 economies in the Global Innovation Index (GII) 2025, a remarkable improvement from its 81st rank in 2015. This advancement highlights sustained progress in India’s innovation capacity, particularly among lower-middle-income economies, where India now holds the top position.
Key Highlights for India:
- Strong Innovation Outputs: India consistently outperforms in innovation outputs compared to inputs, demonstrating an effective conversion of resources into results.
- Rapid Ascent: Since 2013, India has been one of the fastest climbers among middle-income countries, alongside Türkiye, Vietnam, and Indonesia.
- Global Context: Switzerland maintains the top position globally, followed by Sweden and the United States, while China has entered the top 10 for the first time.
India’s progress indicates a strengthening of its research and development capabilities, intellectual property filings, and high-tech exports — essential components of its goal to become a global innovation hub.
Source: WIPO
— The Global Innovation Index is published by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in Geneva, Switzerland. The editor holds a WIPO certificate.
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