Japan: Draft Proposal on Using GI Marks for Non-Direct Sales

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On Monday, May 22, 2017, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries of the Government of Japan opened a public comment period on draft guidelines for the use of a geographical indication mark for advertisement, internet commerce, the food service industry and other business. The comment period will close on June 20, 2017.

Japan: Draft Proposal on Using GI Marks for Non-Direct Sales

 

 

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