The Future of Geographical Indications: Dr Andrea Zappalaglio releases new book!
The Future of Geographical Indications: European and Global Perspectives, co-edited by Dr Andrea Zappalaglio, is out now with Edward Elgar Publishing.
After the publication of the successful monograph ‘The Transformation of EU Geographical Indications Law: the Present, Past and Future of the Origin Link’ (Routledge 2021) Dr Zappalaglio returns to the topic of Geographical Indications, publishing with Professor Enrico Bonadio the volume ‘The Future of Geographical Indications: European and Global Perspectives’. The book brings together leading experts to provide original and contemporary perspectives on the evolution and current state of Geographical Indications (GI) at European and global levels. It also explores the challenges this dynamic field is likely to face in the foreseeable future.
With careful analysis of the latest trends shaping this area of Intellectual Property Law, the book explores the evolution of GI systems across the globe. The chapters cover key topics such as the development of the 2015 Geneva Act, the GI protection of crafts and industrial products, sui generis GI systems in Africa and wine GI protection in Australia. The book further examines a range of diverse legal frameworks that have been implemented in both established and emerging regions, including the EU’s Farm to Fork Strategy.
Dr Zappalaglio says:
Today, the Law of Geographical Indications plays a central role in discussions on quality, sustainability, heritage as well as in the international trade policy of the EU and beyond. We felt that a book on the global and multidisciplinary dimensions of this subject was needed, and we hope that we have provided a useful, enduring tool for lawyers, economists, experts in sustainability and food security, and anyone interested in this topic, both within and outside the academic world.
Read more about Dr Zappalaglio’s work on safeguarding heritage-based products here.
Dr Zappalaglio is a member of Centre for Business Law and Practice and the Global Food and Environment Institute. He can be found on Bluesky @anzapp.bsky.social.
