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July 8, 2025

India Signs Free Trade Agreement With UK For Enhanced IP Cooperation And Protection

The UK-India Free Trade Agreement incorporates an IP chapter which, among other IP domains, includes framework for enhanced cooperation on trademark and copyright protection. Both nations commit to transparent and efficient trademark registration systems, including provisions on well-known marks and protection against bad-faith registrations. On copyright, the agreement pushes for alignment with international treaties and promoting protection of rights in the digital environment. The chapter encourages ongoing collaboration on IP policy and capacity-building.

The agreement summary can be accessed here.

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