A memorandum of understanding (MOU) has been signed, to bolster collaboration in the fight against illegal streaming and digital piracy across Latin America; between the Mexican Institute of Industrial Property (IMPI), the Motion Picture Association (MPA), and the Alliance for Creativity and Entertainment (ACE).
IMPI was established by the Mexican government in 1993 as part of its effort to uphold its commitments to the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). It is a public registry responsible for intellectual property standards, patent and trademark registration. It also functions as a quadi-judicial body to help resolve IPR disputes.
The agreement strengthens the coordinated public–private enforcement framework. Under the MOU, IMPI and ACE will exchange intelligence on pirate streaming operations, support capacity-building efforts, and identify new opportunities to deter intellectual property violations that harm the creative economy.
The MOU formalizes a longstanding relationship between IMPI and ACE, reinforcing their mutual commitment to tackling the growing threat of IPTV and streaming piracy.
“Mexico is a key jurisdiction in the global fight against digital piracy,” said Larissa Knapp, Executive Vice President and Chief Content Protection Officer for the MPA. “This MOU underscores our commitment to building strong partnerships with local enforcement authorities. We are proud to collaborate with IMPI and look forward to deepening our engagement through shared investigations and coordinated enforcement actions across the region.”
The MOU was signed by Nieto Castillo, Director General of IMPI, and Carla Sanchez Armas, Managing Director of Latin America for the MPA.
Why it matters
“Today’s agreement represents an important milestone in our commitment to protect intellectual property rights and defend the vibrant creative industries that drive innovation and cultural expression,” said Santiago Nieto Castillo, Director General of IMPI. “By joining forces with the MPA and ACE, we are strengthening our enforcement capabilities and reinforcing our shared goal of reducing the impact of piracy on the Mexican economy.”
Further reading
MPA and Mexico’s patent and copyright office sign MOU to strengthen anti-piracy collaboration in Latin America. Press release. December 18, 2025. Alliance for Creativity and Entertainment (MPA)
