Current and Future Protection of Geographical Indications in Australia
Journal of Intellectual Property Law & Practice, 2021, Vol 16, No.4-5
Posted: 16 Jul 2021
Date Written: February 6, 2021
Abstract
This article discusses the current position in Australia regarding the protection of Geographical Indications (GIs) at both the national and international level. It explains the current difference in the protection offered at the national level to Australian regional names used on wine labels vis-a`-vis on food labels. This article discusses that there is a strong case for the implementation of a dedicated food GI frame- work in Australia at the national level and this is particularly given the current negotiations between Australia and the EU in relation to the Australia– European Union Free Trade Agreement.
Keywords: Geographical Indications, Intellectual Property, Regional Branding, food labels, wine labels, free trade agreement, Australia
JEL Classification: K, K19, K33, K00
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