Spain, 13 July 2023.- Brazil's National Institute of Intellectual Property (INPI) and the EUIPO are implementing a strategic activity of strengthening the intellectual property system through the modernisation of quality systems y process improvements linked to the registration of industrial property titles, particularly trademarks.

The action is part of the AL-INVEST Verde IPR programme of activities (Component 3), funded by the European Union and implemented by EUIPO.

Through a study visitThe meeting, held from 11 to 13 July, was attended by a delegation from experts in the quality management and trademark examination processes of the INPI has been able to examine in detail the management systems implemented by EUIPO in order to identify successful practices that can be used to improve efficiency, simplify procedures and optimise the cost-benefit ratio in the Brazilian IP system.

In parallel to the study visit, a hybrid interactive session was held in connection with Brazil focusing on the handling and management of the office's relationship with users and rights holders.  

The study visit represented a significant step forward for INPI Brazil in its quest to continue improving an enabling environment for innovation and intellectual property protection in the country, in line with international best practices.

About AL-INVEST Verde

AL-INVEST Verde is a European Union (EU) programme whose main objective is to promote sustainable growth and job creation in Latin America by supporting the transition towards a low-carbon, resource-efficient and more circular economy. Through the Component 3AL-INVEST Verde DPI, led by the EU Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO), the programme seeks to achieve greater use and effectiveness of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) in Latin America, particularly in the MERCOSUR countries, to boost opportunities for research cooperation and stimulate competitiveness and sustainable innovation.

Further information: https://internationalipcooperation.eu/en/alinvest-pi