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Intellectual Property Rights

United States Patent and Trademark Office

Intellectual property rights recognize the value of creative ideas and original expression, including inventions, artistic works, industrial designs, and brand names. Dedicated IPR protection, incorporating appropriate legal provisions as well as effective enforcement, is critical to providing an environment favorable to commercial innovation and economic growth.

Intellectual property rights legislation is issued at the national level, but World Trade Organization member states must adhere to the requirements of the WTO Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS). This agreement outlines minimum guidelines for intellectual property protection that apply across the board for WTO members and require protection for patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.

In accordance with the United States’ commitment to enforcing intellectual property rights, the U.S. Trade Representative annually examines IPR protection around the world and publishes results in its Special 301 Report

 


 
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