The Protection of Geographical Indications

Law and Practice, Second Edition

2nd edition

埃尔加法律和知识产权Practice series

Michael Blakeney, Winthrop Professor, The University of Western Australia and Letizia Gianformaggio Chair in Law, University of Ferrara, Italy

Encapsulating the most recent changes in the law, this second edition of The Protection of Geographical Indications investigates the European laws which regulate the way that geographical indications can be used in the marketing of agricultural products, food, wines and spirits. Key updates to this comprehensive second edition include two new chapters exploring the impact of Brexit and considering the protection of EU geographical indications outside Europe and of foreign geographical indications within the EU.

'This extremely comprehensive work by one of the world’s foremost scholars on geographical indications of origin is of enormous value to practitioners and scholars alike. The topic of GIs is complex and multifaceted, but Professor Blakeney can draw on his unique combination of profound understanding of policy issues and comprehensive knowledge of critical cases and developments in this field. The result is a substantial, well-informed and readable volume for which interested readers trying to stay up to speed with this difficult topic will remain very grateful.'
– William van Caenegem, Bond University, Australia

‘Geographical indications are central to the EU’s regional development and trade agendas. Professor Blakeney cuts through the complexity of European laws on GIs with rigour and clarity. This is a must-read book for those wanting to understand Europe on GIs.’
– Peter Drahos, European University Institute, Italy