05/02/2015 - oriGIn shapes the debate over T-TIP with evidence on GIs’ crucial role in creating jobs and protecting consumers
Brussels, 5 February 2015: Geographical Indications (GIs) associations as well as other pro-GI groups unprecedented presence at the stakeholders’ meeting of the 8th Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (T-TIP) negotiating round sends strong and clear messages that cannot be ignored by negotiators: GIs are crucial on both sides of the Atlantic to create long lasting jobs as well as to protect consumers against unfair commercial practices.