Please use this identifier to cite or link to this item: https://hdl.handle.net/10419/232229 
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Year of Publication: 
2020
Series/Report no.: 
Research Paper No. 108
Publisher: 
South Centre, Geneva
Abstract: 
In 2018, a World Trade Organization (WTO) Panel ruled that plain packaging of tobacco products was consistent with Australia’s obligations under the Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) and was in the interest of public health. Plain packaging restricts the use of logos, colours and brand images to reduce the demand for and consumption of tobacco products by diminishing their advertising appeal. This paper discusses the intellectual property aspects triggered by the implementation of plain packaging, examines the best practices for its implementation and provides analysis of Australia’s case from the public health perspective. It also highlights the main arguments used in the dispute against Australia and provides practical guidance for WTO Members on implementing measures to protect public health.
Subjects: 
Australia
Canada
Doha Declaration on the TRIPS Agreement and Public Health
Flexibilities
Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC)
Free Trade Agreements (FTAs)
Health
India
Intellectual Property
International Investment Agreements (IIAs)
Norway
Philip Morris
Plain Packaging
Public Health
Tobacco Products
TRIPS
Uruguay
WHO
World Health Organization (WHO)
World Trade Organization (WTO)
WTO
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Research Report
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