Vitor Palmela Fidalgo of Inventa International
gives us an overview of "genuine use" in Angola's
latest industrial property Bill.
We have come a long way since the first draft on the new Angolan
Industrial Property Act was presented. One cannot deny the anxiety
that it has been causing to stakeholders. Considering the seniority
and outdating of the current law – not even complying with
the Trips Agreement – concerns are plenty understandable.
However, it seems the time has come. The Bill has just been sent to
Council of Ministers for analysis. Considering the deep discussion
between all the stakeholders (officials, academia, trademark and
patent attorneys and right holders), I do not foresee major
changes to the latest version of the Bill.
