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To continue the collaborative relationship between the Portuguese National Institute of Industrial Property (INPI) and the Institute of Vine and Wine (IVV)...
To continue the collaborative relationship between the
Portuguese National Institute of Industrial Property (INPI) and the
Institute of Vine and Wine (IVV), a new protocol was signed on 29
October 2024. This agreement aims to prevent trademark
registrations that may cause conflict, and safeguard collective
heritage by ensuring such terms remain tied to their rightful
geographical origins and are not subject to exclusive
appropriation.
João Pereira Cabral outlines the expected outcomes of
this agreement, emphasizing improved protection of wine sector
trademarks.
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