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Intellectual Property Rights in Global Trade Agreements

by James Jackson 1,*
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James Jackson
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FLPR  2020, 12; 2(2), 12; https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flpr.20200921
Received: 23 July 2020 / Accepted: 21 August 2020 / Published Online: 13 September 2020

Abstract

The title "Intellectual Property Rights in Global Trade Agreements" signifies a comprehensive examination of the intricate relationship between intellectual property laws and international trade policies. This paper delves into how intellectual property rights (IPRs) have become central to global trade agreements, influencing both the negotiation processes and the outcomes of these pacts. It begins with an overview of the historical development of IPRs within trade arrangements, highlighting milestones such as the establishment of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the creation of the Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS). The core of the paper focuses on the TRIPS Agreement, its impact on member countries, and the challenges it presents, particularly in terms of balancing the interests of developed and developing nations. The analysis further explores the implications of IPRs on innovation, market access, and economic growth, emphasizing the need for a nuanced approach that considers both the protection of intellectual property and the facilitation of global trade. The paper concludes by suggesting strategies for harmonizing IPRs within global trade agreements to foster a more equitable and sustainable international economic environment.


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Jackson, J. Intellectual Property Rights in Global Trade Agreements. Frontiers of Law & Policy Research, 2020, 2, 12. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flpr.20200921
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Jackson J. Intellectual Property Rights in Global Trade Agreements. Frontiers of Law & Policy Research; 2020, 2(2):12. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flpr.20200921
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Jackson, James 2020. "Intellectual Property Rights in Global Trade Agreements" Frontiers of Law & Policy Research 2, no.2:12. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flpr.20200921
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Jackson, J. (2020). Intellectual Property Rights in Global Trade Agreements. Frontiers of Law & Policy Research, 2(2), 12. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flpr.20200921

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