Project Title: Guidelines on IP system in BRICS Countries for Entrepreneurs

Leading Office: ROSPATENT-Russia

Focus on: A Guideline compiling basic information of IP systems of BRICS countries.

Description: The project was adopted in 2023. The Guideline could help entrepreneurs enter foreign markets, contents may include:
-the main competent authorities responsible for IP protection and enforcement (their contact information and official websites);
-list of the main national IP laws;
-basic information on the objects for IP rights protection;
-sections on each type of IP, including information on:what can be registered,where application is submitted,international registration systems (if applicable),how long registration will take,fees (link to official website),period of protection validity,etc.

Expected Outcomes: A Guideline of IP systems of BRICS countries which is presented in a concise and easy-to-understand manner.