Newsletter - Latin America IP SME Helpdesk

Non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), otherwise called confidentiality agreements, are private contracts through which valuable information is kept safe. Latin America IP SME Helpdesk team has just published two new NDA templates (in English and Portuguese) that can be used to prevent the disclosure of certain information shared during negotiations.

During the General Assemblies of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) held in Geneva, the Director of National Institute of Industrial Property Ministry of Economy (INAPI), and the Acting President of the National Institute of Industrial Property of Brazil (INPI), signed a cooperation agreement regarding the services provided by both offices in their roles as International Authorities of the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT). In this way, the institutions have mutually designated each other to act as ISA/IPEA for PCT for their respective nationals.

The Permanent Committee for the Improvement of Procedures and Examination Guidelines for Trademarks, Industrial Designs, and Geographical Indications (CPAPD) published a Technical Note aiming to improve internal processes while respecting current legal norms and societal expectations. The CPAPD acknowledged that "cachaça" is a recognized and traditional Brazilian beverage that originated in sugar mills in past centuries. Furthermore, "Cachaça" is a product that adheres to official standards of identity and specific qualities.

Uruguay's Free Trade Zones (FTZs) offer various benefits to businesses and investors. In order to draw attention from foreign investors, Uruguay has set several incentives for companies to benefit from when setting up operations in these areas. One of the most significant incentives offered is a favourable tax regime. In Uruguay, income generated from the utilization of intellectual property (IP) and other intangible assets is exempt from the Tax on the Rents and Activities in Uruguay (IRAE), thereby encouraging knowledge-based industries to establish their presence within the FTZs.

The Sweden Brazil Collaboration 2023 is a long-term matchmaking event that brings together small and medium enterprises (SMEs), startups, and Business Support Organizations (BSOs) from Sweden and Europe with potential partners from Brazil. The goal is to facilitate connections and collaborations between these entities. The Latin America IP SME Helpdesk team will actively participate in matchmaking sessions. During these sessions, they will introduce the free services funded by the European Union for intellectual property (IP) protection and management to the target audience.

The B2B Marketplace brings together companies (buyers as well as suppliers) from a large number of countries. This event is a unique opportunity to generate new business contacts and contracts. On 8 September, in collaboration with the India and China IP SME Helpdesk, Latin America IP SME Helpdesk India will perform a training session focused on internationalisation and intellectual property (IP) protection & management in the food sector, for the European small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that are interested in doing business in these regions

The annual event Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF) presents new ideas and proposals to the market on issues of technology, innovation, environmental protection, energy, education, start-ups, and e-governance essentially reflecting the modern socio-economic reality of the country. This year, TIF will be enriched by a multitude of events and original tributes, attracting the interest of all ages. The representatives of Latin America IP SME Helpdesk will be there to provide jargon-free, first-line, confidential advice on intellectual property (IP) and related issues to the small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

Nordic universities create significant potential for translating early-stage research-based inventions into products and services which benefit society. However, to realise the full potential, it requires support from external business partners. The Nordic Innovation Fair will showcase up to 130 business opportunities, offering a free and unique matchmaking and networking opportunity by bringing together all stakeholders across the innovation ecosystem. Our team will attend the event to meet European small and medium enterprises and introduce Latin America IP SME Helpdesk services.

Alimentaria FoodTech is the machinery, technology and ingredients event that integrates the value chain of production, processing and preservation of the food and beverage industry. It is a transversal show that serves the food and beverage production industry from raw materials to commercial distribution. The Latin America IP SME Helpdesk will be present at the event to offer accessible and confidential guidance on intellectual property matters and associated issues to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This webinar will provide an insight into the most relevant aspects to bear in mind from an Intellectual Property perspective when doing business in Argentina. It will also highlight the services provided by the EU initiatives that support small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the region.