From the WTO: WTO members examine LDC trade interests, trade and development priorities
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TRIPs
WTO members agree to extend TRIPS transition period for LDCs until 1 July 2034
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30 June 2021. From the WTO: WTO members agreed to extend until 1 July 2034 the deadline for least developed countries (LDCs) to protect intellectual property under the WTO’s Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS). Members reached consensus on the 13-year extension of the current transition period, which was set to expire on 1 July 2021, at a formal meeting of the TRIPS Council on 29 June.
Securing extension of the WTO TRIPS transition period for LDCs - South Centre event
Discussed why the request by LDC members is just, legitimate and permissible under WTO rules. More information here.
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LDCs at the WTO: Proposals for extension of LDC support measures for a period after graduation
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11 December 2020. Two proposals were submitted recently by the LDC group at the WTO seek the extension of LDC support measures under the WTO for a period after graduation: