Professional Development Training Course on Geographical Indications

Today, on September 16, 2019, the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) professional development Training Course on Geographical Indications opened at the National Intellectual Property Centre of Georgia Sakpatenti.  This year, the international, English-language training course, organized by the WIPO Academy and the Training Centre of the National Intellectual Property Centre of Georgia Sakpatenti, is held in Georgia for the third time.

It is noteworthy that, owing to the successful experience and knowledge of Georgia in this field, Georgia became the first among the countries in transition where, by the decision of the WIPO Academy, the professional development course is held. 

The course is intended for officials from intellectual property offices of various countries and relevant ministries and is aimed to enhance the skills of officers of the fields concerned. The course is attended by 16 representatives of 13 countries.

The Training Course on Geographical Indications, which will last till September 20, 2019, together with the international experts, is led by trainers of Sakpatenti Training Centre, accredited by the WIPO.

During the event, the course participants will visit the field office of the National Wine Agency, will familiarize with the specificity of work of the Agency and will also take a tour to Kakheti region, where they will visit the vineyards and winery of the wines of appellations of origin.