Brazil and Europe have renewed the cooperation agreement between the Brazilian Patent and Trademark Office (BPTO) and the European Patent Office (EPO) for another five years. The renewal, published in the Official Gazette of the Union on November 29, guarantees the continuity of the Patent Prosecution Highway (PPH). This project has facilitated the analysis of patents in both territories.
Through the PPH, Brazilian inventors can use the results of examinations carried out by the BPTO to expedite the processing of their patents at the EPO and vice versa. The new memorandum, signed by the presidents of the BPTO, Júlio César Moreira, and the EPO, Antonio Campinos, will come into effect on December 1, 2024, and will be valid until 2029.
This renewal reinforces Brazil and Europe’s commitment to simplifying intellectual property processes, reducing deadlines and costs for companies and inventors seeking protection in international markets. It is a strategic step to strengthen competitiveness and innovation in both countries.
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