The Paris Convention for the Protection of Industrial Property

The Paris Convention for the Protection of Industrial Property is an international agreement that helps inventors and businesses protect their innovations, trademarks, and industrial designs across multiple countries. It establishes common standards for intellectual property rights, making it easier to seek protection abroad. The Convention also allows applicants to file a single application in their home country and claim priority for protection in other member countries within a certain period, simplifying the process and promoting fair treatment across borders. Overall, it fosters innovation and trade by encouraging consistent and accessible intellectual property protections worldwide.