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Expanding The Protection Of Geographical Indications Of Origin Under Trips: "Old" Debate Or "New" Opportunity?, Irene Calboli
Expanding The Protection Of Geographical Indications Of Origin Under Trips: "Old" Debate Or "New" Opportunity?, Irene Calboli
Irene Calboli
This work briefly analyzes the issue of (geographical indications of origin) GI protection pre- and post-TRIPs and considers whether extension of the protection set forth by TRIPs is desirable for the international community. First, the work provides a brief overview of GI, the traditional rationale for their protection, and the protection granted thereof before the adoption of TRIPs. Next, the analysis turns to a description of the status of the law under TRIPs and the failed diplomatic agenda to expand the current protection. The recent developments on the debate on GI are explored, particularly for wine and spirits, with an …