MSF Warns Of Threats To Public Health In Asian Trade Agreement IP Proposals

The 18th round of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) trade agreement negotiations is taking place this week in Manila, Philippines. Health activists warn that Japan and South Korea are pushing for measures that go beyond international trade rules on intellectual property, including extending patent terms and data exclusivity in countries such as India, a primary source of cheaper generic medicines.
Fonte:https://www.ip-watch.org/2017/05/09/msf-warns-threats-public-health-asian-trade-agreement-ip-proposals/
Author: Intellectual Property Watch