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Harare Protocol Enters Into Force
Mauritius has amended its Industrial Property Act to incorporate the Harare Protocol on Patents, Utility Models and Industrial Designs into domestic law, following its accession to the treaty in May 2025. The amendments establish legal recognition for intellectual property rights granted through the African Regional Intellectual Property Organization (ARIPO) system, giving them the same effect as nationally granted rights. This legislative change represents a significant development in regional IP protectio
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