International Patent Treaties

International Patent Treaties are agreements between countries that help protect inventions across borders. They establish common rules for patent granting and enforcement, allowing inventors to secure their rights internationally. The most prominent treaties include the Paris Convention and the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT). These treaties simplify the process for inventors to file patents in multiple countries, ensuring their ideas are safeguarded from unauthorized use globally. By harmonizing patent laws, these agreements promote innovation and economic growth by encouraging inventors to share their inventions widely.