Kamil al-Taib Idris (Sudanese Politician) Biography

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Content	Kamil al-Taib Idris is a prominent Sudanese politician known for his influential roles in international law and intellectual property. He is recognized for his extensive background as a diplomat and his significant contributions to various international bodies, particularly his long-term leadership at the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).

Qualifications	Bachelor of Law (LLB) from Khartoum University, Sudan Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from Cairo University, Egypt Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Cairo University, Egypt Master's in International Law and International Affairs from Ohio University, United States Doctorate in International Law from the Graduate Institute of International Studies at the University of Geneva, Switzerland

Hobby	Reading

Marital Status	Married

Father	Eltayeb Idris
Spouse	Azza Mohyeldeen Ahmed

Highlights	Former career diplomat with various roles including Sudanese foreign affairs minister. Served as Khartoum’s permanent representative to the United Nations. Joined WIPO on 30 December 1982 and was Director General from 1997 to 2008. Played a crucial role in promoting international intellectual property rights and cooperation. In 2010, he ran as an independent candidate for President of Sudan. Appointed by army chief Gen. Abdel-Fattah Burhan to lead a transitional government in May 2025.

Highlights

Former career diplomat with various roles including Sudanese foreign affairs minister.
Served as Khartoum’s permanent representative to the United Nations.
Joined WIPO on 30 December 1982 and was Director General from 1997 to 2008.
Played a crucial role in promoting international intellectual property rights and cooperation.
In 2010, he ran as an independent candidate for President of Sudan.
Appointed by army chief Gen. Abdel-Fattah Burhan to lead a transitional government in May 2025.

1. Previously misrepresented his age in WIPO records; earlier claims suggested he was born in 1945.
2. Has authored books, including 'My Nile Odyssey' and 'Jasta,' both published in 2017.
3. He met with U.S. Secretary of Commerce in 1998 to discuss American intellectual property.
4. Idris established a new Center for Intellectual Property at the University of National and World Economy in 2003.