IP News Eastern Europe: Geographical Indications

Ukraine Adopts New Copyright Law
Feb 2023 —
A new Law on Copyright and Related Rights entered into force in Ukraine on January 1, 2023. This is the first major copyright legislation change in Ukraine since 1993, introducing numerous important changes. Most of the novelties are intended to harmonize local legislation with that of the EU.
Kyrgyzstan Amends Patent Law
Jul 2023 —
Amendments to Kyrgyzstan’s Law on Patents entered into force on April 7, 2023, introducing several important changes.
Further Changes to Madrid System Regulations Enter into Force
Mar 2023 —
Further amendments to the Regulations under the Protocol Relating to the Madrid Agreement entered into force on February 1, 2023, following recent changes
Georgia Amends Patent Law
Aug 2023 —
Amendments to the Georgian patent law, which entered into force on June 2, 2023, were necessary for the validation agreement between Georgia and the European Patent Organization (EPO) to enter into force.
Slovenia Amends Industrial Property Act
Aug 2023 —
The amendments to the Slovenian Industrial Property Act entered into force on July 27, 2023. The amendments aim to harmonize national legislation with the EU and international law, simplify procedures and make them more efficient and affordable.