Japan: Japan Proposes GI Protection for Nine Alcoholic Beverages from UK

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Japan: Japan Proposes GI Protection for Nine Alcoholic Beverages from UK

Japan’s National Tax Agency (NTA) proposed 9 new geographical indications (GIs) for alcoholic beverages from the United Kingdom. NTA will accept public comments on the proposal through January 16, 2023.

East Asia and the Pacific, Japan, Europe and Eurasia, United Kingdom
Processed Fruit, Beer, Wine, Beer and Spirits, Beer

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