Tuesday, September 26 2023   \  Published by Bird & Bird.

EU’s New Rules for Protecting Geographical Indications Beyond Agriculture

EU’s New Rules for Protecting Geographical Indications Beyond Agriculture

25th September 2023 The European Parliament approved new rules aimed at protecting geographical indications (“GI”) for craft and industrial products, in parallel to the existing rules applicable to GI for agricultural products (“Agri-GI”). EU and Non-EU producers of locally renowned non-food products, such as Bruges lace, Bohemian glass, Cuban cigars, Qinghuaci porcelain, certain jewelries made from natural stones, minerals and the likes may want to explore if they are eligible for protection under this upcoming legal regime. Read more

 

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