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In judgment of 9 September 2021 in case C-783/19, the CJEU clarified that the protection of geographical indications in the EU covers also contested signed used in respect of not comparable products (including
In 2018, the FAO and oriGIn had developed the Sustainability Strategy for Geographical Indications (SSGI) to support groups and associations to respond to sustainability challenges through a participative approach within value chains. Since
With the close cooperation of the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Agriculture of Georgia and the Georgian National Intellectual Property Center (Sakpatenti), “Qvevri” was recently added to the State Registry of Geographical Indications
“Brunello di Montalcino” is a famous Italian wine PDO recognized at the EU level as well as in several foreign jurisdictions via bilateral agreements . Prior to the protection in China conferred to the
On 31 August, Switzerland joined the WIPO Geneva Act of the Lisbon Agreement. The Act will enter into force on 1 December 2021 with respect to the country. Both Swiss Appellations of Origin
Over the years, oriGIn has become a truly global reference on GIs, both in terms of protection and legal issues as well as cooperation and awareness raising among groups with respect to emerging
Dear member of oriGIn, In preparation of our 2021 Biannual Meeting – which will be held virtually on 23-24 November , according to Articles 6.2 and 6.3 of the oriGIn’s Statutes, the calls for
The sui generis system, «ad hoc Laws of protection» The sui generis system concerns laws specifically aimed at protecting geographical indications. How are the rights established? Generally speaking protection is based on compulsory
African Intellectual Property Organization (OAPI) i. General description The Bangui Agreement, establishing the African Intellectual Property Organization (OAPI), applies directly in each Member State. It represents the “IP Law” of its Member States[1].
China i. General description In the People’s Republic of China GIs can be protected through trademarks or through sui generis system. The Trademark regime covers trademarks with geographical names for goods and
The European Union i. General description In the European Union GIs are protected through a sui generis system. ii. Legal framework REGULATION (EU) 2024/1143 OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of
Canada i.General description In Canada Geographical Indications are protected through certification marks. The Trademarks Act contains specific rules concerning the protection of Geographical Indications for wines and spirits. ii. Legal Framework Trademarks
Australia i. General description Geographical indications are protected in Australia through trademarks. A sui generis regime is available only for wines and spirits. GIs can also be protected via common law tort of
Andean Community i.General description In the Andean Community (CAN) GIs are protected through a sui generis system. The rules are harmonized for all the Members States[1]. ii. Legal framework DECISION 486, of
GI Protection in National Jurisdictions International Negotiations on GIs GI Protection in Oceania Australia i. General description Geographical indications are protected in Australia through trademarks. A sui generis regime is available only for
In July, the Australian Trade Marks Office issued a decision in the Manuka Honey Appellation Society Incorporated v Lawrence Michael Howes . The Mānuka Honey Appellation Society Incorporated (MHAS) is a New Zealand society
GIs have become a global phenomenon. As a result, national laws are rapidly evolving. Are you familiar with your national regulation concerning GIs? Do you know the applicable rules in foreign countries where
Members Golden Members Associate members Members (In alphabetical order) oriGIn Members are groups (Consorzi, Consejos Reguladores, Federations, Interprofessions, ODG, etc.) representing a GI or associations representing several GIs at the national or regional
Together with a sound multilateral legal framework for GIs (which must set-up in an transparent way a solid level of protection as a guarantee for businesses and consumers around the world), oriGIn encourages
