In Focus
IQsensato’s “In Focus” series chronicles expert commentary, opinions and reviews on key current development issues, new research and other reports as well as on major events around the world. Contributions come from both IQsensato experts and from external experts. In cases where an In Focus issue has been contributed by a named author, the views expressed in the issue are those of the named author(s) and do not necessarily represent the views of IQsensato.
Current Issue
Volume 3, Number 3: Monday, 10 August 2009
Main Lessons from the WTO’s Case on the European Communities - Protection of Trademarks and Geographical Indications for Agricultural Products and Foodstuffs This case is the expression of continuing tensions between the European Union and the United States, as well as some other ‘New World’ countries over their approaches to the protection of geographic names as a sign of a product’s reputation and quality, and their International Registration, which is administered by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). As the only World Trade Organisation (WTO) Panel decision on geographical indications (GIs) to date, the significance of the findings extend far beyond the facts of the case itself, providing relevant lessons for policy makers and stakeholders. Download the full paper here…Previous Issues
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