Intellectual property
Overcoming market failure: The challenge of neglected diseases
Jan 2013
Chapter
There is a particular problem in incentivizing medical R&D for diseases that disproportionately affect poor people in developing countries as the market mechanisms, such as intellectual property rights (IPRs), do not work in this case. A key factor is the limited purchasing power of both governments and patients in the countries where such diseases predominate; unlike for other diseases, there is no positive spillover from drug development targete Read More
Geographical indications
Nov 2020
Chapter
This chapter explains the provisions of Section 3 of Part II of the TRIPS Agreement entitled ‘Geographical Indications’. A geographical indication (GI) is defined in the TRIPS Agreement as an indication which identifies a good as originating in the territory of a member, or a regional locality in that territory, where a given quality, reputation or other characteristic of the good is essentially attributable to its geographical origin. Typical examples would be ‘Cogna Read More
Appendices
Oct 2015
Chapter
I would like to thank you very much for inviting me to this Symposium. It is really great to be back in Geneva. I have, indeed, very fond memories of my long stay here and coming back gives me the great pleasure to meet dear, old friends.
Revisiting the TRIPS negotiations: Genesis and structure of this book
Oct 2015
Chapter
The 1986 Punta del Este Declaration inaugurated a set of negotiations on “traderelated aspects of intellectual property rights” as part of the Uruguay Round mandate for multilateral trade negotiations. These negotiations led, ultimately, to the conclusion of the TRIPS Agreement, an integral element of the single undertaking constituting the legal framework for the newly established WTO which came into existence in 1995.
Un monde de possibilités … et de défis
Apr 2019
Chapter
D’après une étude publiée par le Parlement européen en 2017, la chaîne de blocs pourrait « changer nos vies » (Boucher, 2017). Ce que montrent les différentes applications de la chaîne de blocs qui sont mises au point dans des domaines aussi divers que le financement du commerce, la facilitation des échanges, le commerce des services, la propriété intellectuelle et les marchés publics, c’est que la chaîne de blocs peut avoir un impact considéra Read More
Preface
Oct 2015
Chapter
This book was conceived in mid-2014 when members of the Intellectual Property Division (IPD) of the WTO began to reflect on what facets of the Agreement on Trade-related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) could be highlighted for WTO members and the public at large in 2015, a year marking the 20th anniversary both of the WTO and of the entry into force of the TRIPS Agreement. The IPD, under the leadership of its Director, Antony Taubm Read More
Working together towards TRIPS
Oct 2015
Chapter
The negotiations on IP during the Uruguay Round of multilateral trade negotiations of the GATT (1986–94) were able to build upon a large body of existing law, both international and domestic. The main disciplines and notions of IP protection were already well established at the inception of the negotiations in 1986, with the adoption of the Ministerial Declaration in Punta del Este and its compromise that meant that negotiations would be conducted only Read More
Undisclosed information, unfair competition and anti-competitive practices
Nov 2020
Chapter
This chapter deals with the provisions of the TRIPS Agreement that set out standards for protection of undisclosed information, including test data (Article 39 of Section 7 in Part II of the Agreement) and measures for the control of anti-competitive practices in licences (Article 40 of Part II of the TRIPS Agreement). It also deals with the suppression of unfair competition, a matter which is specifically referred to in Articles 22 (relating to protection of geographi Read More
Industrial designs and layout-designs of integrated circuits
Nov 2020
Chapter
This chapter deals with the provisions of the TRIPS Agreement that set out standards for protection of industrial designs (Articles 25 and 26 in Section 4 of Part II of the Agreement) and protection of layout-designs or topographies of integrated circuits (Articles 35 to 38 in Section 6 of Part II). As for all sections of Part II, these sections have to be read together with the relevant provisions of pre-existing treaties in the area of international IP law, which are in Read More
Introduction
Nov 2018
Chapter
The world is continually changing, driven by technological innovations that affect the way we live and do business. The history of the world economy is intimately linked to technological progress. The invention of the steam engine mechanized production, the discovery of electricity enabled mass production, and the rise of the internet made it possible to coordinate various production stages at a distance, leading to a fragmentation of production that g Read More
Acknowledgements
Nov 2018
Chapter
My sincere thanks go to my colleague Ms Kenza Le Mentec for her precious guidance. Kenza introduced me to the subject and provided invaluable inputs, in particular for the technical sections describing the technology and the section on trade facilitation. This publication would not have been possible without her support.
Negotiating for Switzerland
Oct 2015
Chapter
Learning is a continuing process in one’s life. Some lessons are well archived on our “personal hard disk”, with learning by doing being the most efficient method of saving those lessons. Negotiating the TRIPS Agreement was “unforgettable”, to cite a famous American TV series. Indeed, it is one of the most well-archived and prominent learning experiences of my career. Having been born and grown up in a developing country, namely, Viet Nam (sout Read More
Acknowledgements
Jul 2020
Chapter
This publication is the product of extensive collaboration between the WHO, WIPO and WTO Secretariats, led by the Department of Public Health, Innovation and Intellectual Property in the WHO, the Global Challenges Division in WIPO and the Intellectual Property, Government Procurement and Competition Division in the WTO.
Un mundo de oportunidades ... y de retos
Apr 2019
Chapter
En 2017 el Parlamento Europeo publicó una investigación en la que se afirmaba que las cadenas de bloques podían "cambiarnos la vida" (Boucher, 2017). Lo que demuestran las varias aplicaciones de la cadena de bloques que se están desarrollando en esferas tan diversas como la financiación del comercio, la facilitación del comercio, el comercio de servicios, la propiedad intelectual y la contratación pública es que esta tecnología puede tener repercusi Read More
Enforcement
Nov 2020
Chapter
The purpose of this chapter is to introduce the key features of the provisions of Part III, Sections 1 to 5, of the TRIPS Agreement entitled ‘Enforcement of Intellectual Property Rights’. This Part of the Agreement elaborates in 21 articles the enforcement procedures that members have to make available to permit prompt and effective action against infringements of IPRs covered by the TRIPS Agreement.
Intellectual property, trade and other policy dimensions
Jan 2013
Chapter
This section provides an overview of elements and legal and policy instruments relating to the IP and international trade system which are relevant to medical innovation and access to medical technologies at the international level.
Can Blockchain revolutionize international trade?
Nov 2018
Chapter
The number of headlines claiming that Blockchain can revolutionize various areas of international trade, from trade finance to customs procedures and intellectual property, are legion. The transparent, decentralized and immutable nature of Blockchain has sparked the interest of private actors – and governments – to explore the potential of this technology to enhance the efficiency of trade processes, and a myriad of proofs of concepts and pil Read More
Economics of innovation and access to medical technologies
Jan 2013
Chapter
The past decade has seen more systematic efforts to use the tools of economic analysis to support discussions on health policy, particularly in developing economies. The WHO Commission on Macroeconomics and Health (WHO, 2001a) was a major milestone along this road. The present study does not attempt to advance economic analysis and the theoretical understanding of the economics of technology innovation and access issues. Rather, it recogniz Read More
Agradecimientos
Apr 2019
Chapter
Quiero expresar mi más sincero agradecimiento a mi colega, la Sra. Kenza Le Mentec, por sus valiosas orientaciones. Kenza me dio a conocer el tema e hizo importantes aportaciones, en particular para las secciones técnicas en que se describe la tecnología y para la dedicada a la facilitación del comercio. Esta publicación no hubiera sido posible sin su apoyo.
Introducción
Apr 2019
Chapter
El mundo está en continuo proceso de cambio, impulsado por innovaciones tecnológicas que afectan la forma en que vivimos y hacemos negocios. La historia de la economía mundial está íntimamente ligada al progreso tecnológico. La máquina de vapor facilitó la mecanización de la producción, el descubrimiento de electricidad permitió la producción en masa y la aparición de Internet permitió coordinar a distancia las diversas fases de prod Read More
A dramatic impact on health systems and responses at the global level
Sept 2021
Chapter
The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic constitutes an extraordinary global public health crisis. It has created a pressing need for intensified global cooperation. The pandemic has, from its outset, raised issues at the crossroads of public health, trade, intellectual property (IP) policy, and the framework for and management of innovation and access, including issues related to technology transfer.
Réponses sous la forme de réglementations
Jun 2023
Chapter
L’évaluation réglementaire et l’approbation des technologies de la santé sont essentielles dans tout système de santé pour garantir la qualité, la sécurité et l’efficacité des produits. Aucun traitement efficace contre la COVID-19 n’a encore été trouvé. Des essais cliniques sont en cours concernant de nouveaux traitements ainsi que des médicaments affectés à un nouvel usage. Un « usage compassionnel » des médicaments (c’est-à-dire une utilisation clin Read More
Aspectos relacionados con la propiedad intelectual
Jun 2023
Chapter
El régimen mundial de propiedad intelectual ofrece un marco de incentivos que permite fomentar la innovación urgente necesaria para luchar contra la COVID-19. Abarca desde las fases de invención hasta el suministro de un producto o servicio. Las repercusiones de las patentes en el acceso a los medicamentos es un asunto complejo que despierta especial interés. También se analizan otros derechos de propiedad intelectual, como los secr Read More
Intellectual property aspects
Sept 2021
Chapter
The global IP system provides an incentive framework in which urgently needed innovation in relation to COVID-19 can be encouraged. It covers the stages from invention to supply of a product or service. The impact of patents on access is complex and an area of particular focus. Other IP rights, including trade secrets, are also being discussed. IP policy and the administration and enforcement of IP laws aim to balance and accommodate a range of intere Read More
Introducción
Jun 2023
Chapter
La segunda edición de la publicación conjunta de la OMS, la OMPI y la OMC titulada Promover el acceso a las tecnologías y la innovación en medicina: Intersecciones entre la salud pública, la propiedad intelectual y el comercio (el estudio trilateral), publicada en 2020, incluía un suplemento especial en que se presentaban los desafíos planteados por la pandemia de COVID-19 en relación con los marcos de política integrados de salud, comercio y propi Read More
The way forward
Sept 2021
Chapter
The COVID-19 pandemic has placed immense pressure on health systems and trade systems around the world. The urgent search for technologies that may help to control the pandemic has mobilized unprecedented research efforts and investments. It has given rise to new models of working. Rapid and efficient innovation is needed more than ever, and global equitable access to new technologies is of paramount importance. Adequate management of IP i Read More
Introduction
Sept 2021
Chapter
The second edition of the joint WHO, WIPO and WTO publication “Promoting Access to Medical Technologies and Innovation: Intersections between public health, intellectual property and trade” (the Trilateral Study), published in 2020, included a special insert mapping the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic in relation to the integrated health, trade and IP policy framework set out in the study. The Trilateral Study and the special insert were d Read More
Asegurar la transparencia
Jun 2023
Chapter
La transparencia y la disponibilidad de información actualizada sobre las medidas adoptadas por los Gobiernos revisten una importancia crucial, y afectan tanto a los aspectos jurídicos como a los aspectos relacionados con las políticas que se abordan en el estudio trilateral.
Technologies relatives à la COVID-19 : initiatives internationales visant à appuyer la R&D et un accès équitable
Jun 2023
Chapter
Depuis le début de la pandémie de COVID-19, une multitude d’acteurs publics et privés se sont efforcés de collaborer à l’échelle mondiale pour mettre au point des traitements, des vaccins et des diagnostics en vue de garantir un accès équitable à ces technologies. De nombreux efforts de ce type visent à répondre simultanément aux besoins en matière de R&D et d’accès. Les efforts de collaboration comprennent des investissements substantiels da Read More
Preservar la eficacia del comercio internacional
Jun 2023
Chapter
Si bien los países de ingresos bajos y medianos tienen especiales dificultades, derivadas de la escasez mundial de tecnologías sanitarias clave, la gran mayoría de los países son importadores netos de todo tipo de tecnologías sanitarias, incluidas las necesarias para luchar contra la COVID-19.
Preserving effective international trade
Sept 2021
Chapter
While low- and middle-income countries face particular challenges caused by the global scarcity of key health technologies, the vast majority of countries are net importers of all categories of health technologies, including those needed to address COVID-19.
Incidence colossale sur les systèmes de santé et réponses au niveau mondial
Jun 2023
Chapter
La pandémie de maladie à coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) constitue une crise de santé publique mondiale extraordinaire. Elle a rendu urgente l’intensification de la coopération au niveau planétaire. Dès le début, elle a soulevé des questions à l’intersection entre la politique de santé publique, la politique commerciale, la politique en matière de propriété intellectuelle et le cadre et la gestion de l’innovation et de l’accès, y compris les questions relati Read More
Regulatory responses
Sept 2021
Chapter
Regulatory assessment and approval of health technologies are essential in every health system to ensure product quality, safety and efficacy. An effective COVID-19 treatment has not yet been found. Clinical trials are ongoing for new treatments as well as for repurposed medicines. “Compassionate use” of medicines (i.e., their clinical use before approval) is taking place in specific cases.
Respuestas reglamentarias
Jun 2023
Chapter
En cualquier sistema de salud, la evaluación y aprobación reglamentarias de las tecnologías sanitarias resulta esencial para garantizar la calidad, la inocuidad y la eficacia de los productos. Aún no se ha encontrado un tratamiento eficaz para la COVID-19. Se siguen realizando ensayos clínicos tanto de nuevos tratamientos como de medicamentos readaptados. En ciertos casos se está haciendo un «uso compasivo» de medicamentos (es decir, un Read More
Aspects relatifs à la propriété intellectuelle
Jun 2023
Chapter
Le système mondial de propriété intellectuelle offre un cadre incitatif dans lequel l’innovation nécessaire de toute urgence pour faire face à la COVID-19 peut être encouragée. Il couvre les différentes étapes allant de l’invention à la fourniture d’un produit ou d’un service. L’impact des brevets sur l’accès est complexe et fait l’objet d’une attention particulière. D’autres droits de propriété intellectuelle, y compris les secrets commerciaux, sont également à l’étude.
Satisfacción de la demanda de tecnologías sanitarias y servicios médicos
Jun 2023
Chapter
La pandemia ha seguido desencadenando una enorme demanda mundial de vacunas y de las tecnologías sanitarias existentes para luchar contra la COVID-19, como medios de diagnóstico, medicamentos, respiradores y otros dispositivos médicos, y material fungible utilizado en hospitales (por ejemplo, equipos de protección personal). Esto ha sometido a presión a los sistemas de contratación pública y ha generado, en los países desarrollados y en desarr Read More
Meeting the demand for health technologies and medical services
Sept 2021
Chapter
The pandemic continues to trigger a massive global demand for vaccines, as well as for existing health technologies to respond to COVID-19, including diagnostics, medicines, ventilators and other medical devices, and consumables used in hospitals, such as personal protective equipment (PPE). This has put pressure on public procurement systems and led to shortages and other supply and access challenges for certain products in developed and devel Read More
Répondre à la demande de technologies de la santé et de services médicaux
Jun 2023
Chapter
La pandémie continue de déclencher une demande massive, au niveau mondial, en ce qui concerne les vaccins et les technologies de la santé existantes pour riposter contre la COVID-19, notamment les outils de diagnostics, les médicaments, les respirateurs artificiels et autres dispositifs médicaux, ainsi que les consommables utilisés dans les hôpitaux, tels que les équipements de protection individuelle (EPI). Cet afflux a mis sous pression les systèmes Read More
Una repercusión dramática en los sistemas de salud y las respuestas a nivel mundial
Jun 2023
Chapter
La pandemia por coronavirus de 2019 (COVID-19) ha generado una crisis mundial de salud pública extraordinaria. Ha creado una necesidad acuciante de intensificar la cooperación a nivel mundial, y ha planteado interrogantes en la encrucijada entre las políticas de salud pública, el comercio, la política de propiedad intelectual y el marco para la innovación y la manera de gestionarla, incluidas cuestiones relacionadas con la transferencia de tecnología.
Introduction
Jun 2023
Chapter
La deuxième édition de la publication conjointe de l’OMS, l’OMPI et l’OMC intitulée « Promouvoir l’accès aux technologies médicales et l’innovation : Intersections entre la santé publique et la propriété intellectuelle et le commerce » (l’étude trilatérale), publiée en 2020, contenait un encart spécial dans lequel étaient présentés les défis posés par la pandémie par rapport au cadre intégré de politiques en matière de santé, de commerce et de prop Read More
COVID-19 technologies: international initiatives to support R&D and equitable access
Sept 2021
Chapter
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, myriad public and private actors have launched collaborative global efforts to develop treatments, vaccines and diagnostics with the aim of guaranteeing equitable access to those technologies. Many such efforts strive to address R&D and access needs simultaneously. Collaborative efforts include substantial investments in product development partnerships (PDPs) to support the non-commercial development of Read More
La voie à suivre
Jun 2023
Chapter
La pandémie de COVID-19 a exercé une pression très forte sur les systèmes de santé et les systèmes commerciaux dans le monde entier. La recherche urgente de technologies susceptibles d’aider à combattre la pandémie a mobilisé des efforts de recherche et des investissements sans précédent. Cela a donné naissance à de nouveaux modèles de travail. Une innovation rapide et efficace est plus que jamais nécessaire et un accès mondial équitabl Read More
Garantir la transparence
Jun 2023
Chapter
La transparence et la mise à disposition d’informations actualisées sur les mesures prises par les gouvernements sont d’une importance capitale et concernent aussi les aspects juridiques et politiques évoqués dans l’étude trilatérale.
Problemas de política planteados por la pandemia
Jun 2023
Chapter
La pandemia de COVID-19 ha tenido efectos repentinos y de gran alcance en los sistemas de salud, e importantes repercusiones sociales y económicas en todo el mundo. La Directora del Fondo Monetario Internacional (FMI) advirtió de que, aunque ha habido un fuerte crecimiento económico en los países ricos, el crecimiento de los países en desarrollo está siendo frenado por la lentitud con que avanza el proceso de vacunación, lo que pone en peligro la Read More
Préserver un commerce international efficace
Jun 2023
Chapter
Si les pays à revenu faible ou intermédiaire sont confrontés à des difficultés particulières dues à la pénurie, au niveau mondial, de technologies de santé essentielles, la grande majorité des pays sont importateurs nets de toutes les catégories de technologies de la santé, y compris celles qui sont nécessaires pour lutter contre la COVID-19.
Tecnologías relacionadas con la COVID-19: iniciativas internacionales para apoyar las actividades de I+D y facilitar un acceso equitativo
Jun 2023
Chapter
Desde el inicio de la pandemia de COVID-19, muchos agentes públicos y privados han puesto en marcha iniciativas mundiales de colaboración para desarrollar tratamientos, vacunas y medios de diagnóstico con objeto de garantizar un acceso equitativo a esas tecnologías. Muchos de esos esfuerzos están encaminados a abordar simultáneamente las necesidades en materia de I+D y las necesidades en materia de acceso. Entre las iniciativas de cola Read More
Problèmes de politique générale posés par la pandémie
Jun 2023
Chapter
La pandémie de COVID-19 a eu un impact soudain et profond sur les systèmes de santé et des répercussions sociales et économiques importantes dans le monde entier. La cheffe de Secrétariat du Fonds monétaire international (FMI) a tenu à faire savoir que la croissance économique dans les pays riches était forte, mais que les pays en développement étaient retardés par la lenteur du rythme de vaccination et que ce décalage compromettait l’homogé Read More
Ensuring transparency
Sept 2021
Chapter
Transparency and the availability of up-to-date information on measures taken by governments are of critical importance and cut across both legal and policy areas addressed in the Trilateral Study.
El camino a seguir
Jun 2023
Chapter
La pandemia de COVID-19 ha sometido a una enorme presión a los sistemas de salud y de comercio de todo el mundo. La búsqueda urgente de tecnologías que puedan ayudar a controlar la pandemia ha movilizado esfuerzos e inversiones sin precedentes, y ha dado lugar a nuevas modalidades de trabajo. La innovación rápida y eficiente es más necesaria que nunca, y el acceso equitativo a escala mundial a las nuevas tecnologías es de suma importanc Read More
Policy challenges posed by the pandemic
Sept 2021
Chapter
The COVID-19 pandemic has generated sudden, farreaching impacts on health systems, with significant social and economic repercussions around the world. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Chief warned that, while there has been strong economic growth in wealthy countries, developing countries are being held back by slow vaccination rates, and that this is a: “[...] danger for the coherence of growth and it is also a danger for global stability and secu Read More
Foreword
Source:
Trading with intelligence
Nov 2024
Chapter
I am delighted to present the World Trade Organization Secretariat’s first comprehensive report on artificial intelligence (AI) and international trade. This report marks a milestone in our efforts to understand the impacts AI is having, and will continue to have, on global trade. As AI continues to evolve and transform the ways we work, live and do business, the global trade community must recognize these impacts and respond to maximize the gains f Read More
Inde - Protection conferee par un brevet pour les produits pharmaceutiques et les produits chimiques pour l’agriculture
Dec 1997
Dispute Reports
Le 19 décembre 1997, l’Organe d’appel a publié son rapport sur l’affaire “Inde - Protection conferee par un brevet pour les produits pharmaceutiques et les produits chimiques pour l’agriculture”.
Chine - Mesures affectant la protection et le respect des droits de propriété intellectuelle
Jan 2009
Dispute Reports
L’OMC a publié, le 26 janvier 2009, le rapport d’un groupe spécial qui avait examiné la plainte des Etats-Unis dans l’affaire “Chine — Mesures affectant la protection et le respect des droits de propriété intellectuelle” (DS362).
Canadá - Protección mediante patente de los productos farmacéuticos
Mar 2000
Dispute Reports
El 17 de marzo de 2000, la OMC hizo público el informe del Grupo especial sobre el caso “Canadá - Protección mediante patente de los productos farmacéuticos”.
Inde - Protection conférée par un brevet pour les produits pharmaceutiques et les produits chimiques pour l’agriculture
Sept 1997
Dispute Reports
Le 05 septembre 1997, l’OMC a publié le rapport du Groupe spécial dans l’affaire “Inde - Protection conférée par un brevet pour les produits pharmaceutiques et les produits chimiques pour l’agriculture”.
India - Protección mediante patente de los productos farmacéuticos y los productos químicos para la agricultura
Dec 1997
Dispute Reports
El 19 de diciembre de 1997, el Órgano de Apelación hizo público el informe sobre el caso “India - Protección mediante patente de los productos farmacéuticos y los productos químicos para la agricultura”.
India - Patent Protection for Pharmaceutical and Agricultural Chemical Products - Complaint by the European Communities and their Member States
Aug 1998
Dispute Reports
On 28 April 1997, the EC requested consultations with India in respect of the alleged absence in India of patent protection for pharmaceutical and agricultural chemical products, and the absence of formal systems that permit the filing of patent applications of and provide exclusive marketing rights for such products. The EC contended that this is inconsistent with India’s obligations under Article 70, paragraphs 8 and 9, of the TRIPS Agreement (see si Read More
Australie - Certaines mesures concernant les marques de fabrique ou de commerce, les indications géographiques et autres prescriptions en matière d’emballage neutre applicables aux produits du tabac et à leur emballage
Jun 2020
Dispute Reports
Le 9 juin 2020, l’Organe d’appel a remis ses rapports dans les procédures engagées par le Honduras et la République dominicaine dans l’affaire “Australie — Certaines mesures concernant les marques de fabrique ou de commerce, les indications géographiques et autres prescriptions en matière d’emballage neutre applicables aux produits du tabac et à leur emballage” (DS435 et DS441).
Saudi Arabia, Kingdom of - Measures Concerning the Protection of Intellectual Property Rights
Jun 2020
Dispute Reports
On 16 June 2020 the WTO circulated the panel report in the case brought by Qatar in “Saudi Arabia — Measures concerning the Protection of Intellectual Property Rights” (DS567).
Canada - Patent Protection of Pharmaceutical Products
Mar 2000
Dispute Reports
On 19 December 1997, the EC requested consultations with Canada in respect of the alleged lack of protection of inventions by Canada in the area of pharmaceuticals under the relevant provisions of the Canadian implementing legislation, in particular the Patent Act. The EC alleged that Canada’s legislation is not compatible with its obligations under the TRIPS Agreement, because it does not provide for the full protection of patented pharmaceutical in Read More
Canada - Durée de la protection conférée par un brevet
Sept 2000
Dispute Reports
Le 18 septembre 2000, l’Organe d’appel a publié son rapport sur l’affaire “Canada - Durée de la protection conférée par un brevet”.
Inde - Protection conférée par un brevet pour les produits pharmaceutiques et les produits chimiques pour l’agriculture
Aug 1998
Dispute Reports
Le 24 août 1998, l’OMC a publié le rapport du Groupe spécial dans l’affaire “Inde - Protection conférée par un brevet pour les produits pharmaceutiques et les produits chimiques pour l’agriculture”.
Arabia Saudita, Reino de la - Medidas relativas a la protección de derechos de propiedad intelectual
Jun 2020
Dispute Reports
El 16 de junio de 2020 la OMC distribuyó el informe del Grupo Especial encargado de la diferencia planteada por Qatar en el asunto “Arabia Saudita — Medidas relativas a la protección de derechos de propiedad intelectual” (DS567).
Canada - Term of Patent Protection
Sept 2000
Dispute Reports
On 6 May 1999, the US requested consultations with Canada in respect of the term of protection granted to patents that were filed in Canada before 1 October 1989. The US contended that the TRIPS Agreement obligates Members to grant a term of protection for patents that runs at least until twenty years after the filing date of the underlying protection, and requires each Member to grant this minimum term to all patents existing as of the date of th Read More
Communautés européennes - Mesures relatives à la protection des marques et indications géographiques pour les produits agricoles et les denrées alimentaires
Mar 2005
Dispute Reports
Le 15 mars 2005, l’OMC a publié le rapport du Groupe spécial dans l’affaire “Communautés européennes - Mesures relatives à la protection des marques et indications géographiques pour les produits agricoles et les denrées alimentaires”.
China - Measures Affecting the Protection and Enforcement of Intellectual Property Rights
Jan 2009
Dispute Reports
On 10 April 2007, the United States requested consultations with China concerning certain measures pertaining to the protection and enforcement of intellectual property rights in China.
Canada - Term of Patent Protection
May 2000
Dispute Reports
On 6 May 1999, the US requested consultations with Canada in respect of the term of protection granted to patents that were filed in Canada before 1 October 1989. The US contended that the TRIPS Agreement obligates Members to grant a term of protection for patents that runs at least until twenty years after the filing date of the underlying protection, and requires each Member to grant this minimum term to all patents existing as of the date of th Read More
United States - Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998
Jan 2002
Dispute Reports
On 8 July 1999, the European Communities requested consultations with the United States in respect of Section 211 of the US Omnibus Appropriations Act. The EC and its member States alleged as follows: - Section 211, which was signed into law on 21 October 1998, did not allow the registration or renewal in the United States of a trademark, if it was previously abandoned by a trademark owner whose business and assets have been confiscated under C Read More
États-Unis - Article 110 5) de la Loi sur le droit d’auteur
Jun 2000
Dispute Reports
Le 15 juin 2000, l’OMC a publié le rapport du Groupe spécial dans l’affaire “États-Unis - Article 110 5) de la Loi sur le droit d’auteur”.
Australie - Certaines mesures concernant les marques de fabrique ou de commerce, les indications géographiques et autres prescriptions en matière d’emballage neutre applicables aux produits du tabac et à leur emballage
Jun 2018
Dispute Reports
Le 28 juin 2014, l’OMC a distribué le rapport du Groupe spécial dans les affaires introduites par le Honduras, la République dominicaine, Cuba et l’Indonésie “Australie — Certaines mesures concernant les marques de fabrique ou de commerce, les indications géographiques et autres prescriptions en matière d’emballage neutre applicables aux produits du tabac et à leur emballage” (DS435, DS441, DS458 et DS467)
Comunidades Europeas - Protección de las marcas de fábrica o de comercio y las indicaciones geográficas en el caso de los productos agrícolas y los productos alimenticios
Mar 2005
Dispute Reports
El 15 de marzo de 2005, la OMC hizo público el informe del Grupo especial sobre el caso “Comunidades Europeas - Protección de las marcas de fábrica o de comercio y las indicaciones geográficas en el caso de los productos agrícolas y los productos alimenticios”.
United States - Section 211 Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998
Aug 2001
Dispute Reports
On 8 July 1999, the European Communities requested consultations with the United States in respect of Section 211 of the US Omnibus Appropriations Act. The EC and its member States alleged as follows: - Section 211, which was signed into law on 21 October 1998, did not allow the registration or renewal in the United States of a trademark, if it was previously abandoned by a trademark owner whose business and assets have been confiscated under C Read More
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