In a globalized scenario characterized by cogent challenges, sustainable development
represents a fundamental objective, according to the agenda of policymakers. This is …

Linking traditional and local products to a specific area is increasingly felt as a necessity in a
globalised market, and Geographical Indications (GIs) are emerging as a multifunctional tool …

Geographical indications (GIs) that identify products of origin were born in Southern Europe
and extensively internationalized thanks to the World Trade Organization 1994 Trade …

Terroir is a pivotal concept in defining collective quality labels for agricultural products, such
as geographical appellations. With climate change likely to significantly impact these …

This article focuses on traditional specialities guaranteed (TSGs), the least researched of the
EU quality schemes that also include the better known protected designation of origin (PDO) …

As interest in sustainable fashion and localism mounts, there is a compelling need to foster
purchasers' trust in claims made by fashion businesses. Geographical indications (GIs) have …

Chapter 6 brings the relationship between Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH), sustainable
development and Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs) to the fore. It provides an analysis of the …

This comprehensive Companion provides an extensive guide to understanding the World
Trade Organization (WTO) and its impact on the global economy. Addressing the challenges …

The Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage (hereafter known as
the Convention) was adopted within the framework of UNESCO in October 2003. Article 2 of …

While the negotiations on geographical indications within the World Trade Organization
have been stalled since their inception in 1996, many new developments resulting from …