A geographical indication (GI) is a sign used on products with a specific geographical origin and possesses qualities, reputation, or characteristics attributable to such origin. In Malaysia, the protection of GIs is governed by the Geographical Indications Act 2022, which came into force on March 18, 2022, repealing the earlier 2000 act. The 2022 act […]
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Singapore: Request for an extension of time to file a notice of opposition against a Geographical Indication (“GI”) - Showing good and sufficient reason
Consorzio del Formaggio Parmigiano Reggiano v U.S. Dairy Export Council [2019] SGIPOS 12 Summary of Facts Consorzio Del Formaggio Parmigiano Reggiano (“the Applicant”) applied to register the geographical indication (“GI”) “Parmigiano Reggiano” (“the GI Application”). The GI Application was accepted and published for opposition purposes on May 10, 2019. The deadline to file a notice […]