Trans border Gis: The case study of pico form an IPR perspective
- Social Science in Perspective
- 17(2), Apr-Jun, 2025: p. 145-159
Geographical Indication(GI) is a category of intellectual property rights with collective ownership. It is a sign used on goods that have a specific geographical origin and possess qualities, reputation or characteristics that are essentially attributation to that place of origin. Cross-border GI protection requires maintenance of an appropriate balance between national sovereignty- based policy considerations and a non- discriminatory approch with regard to foreign right holders. It also needs amendment of the domestic legislation and a more uniform, consistent and flexible enforcement system. We have miles to go towards such a framework which can only be achieved through shared understanding between neighbouring countries, mutual consultation and consensus to enable maximum protection for GIs across borders. - Reproduced