The website of the International Conference ‘Worldwide Perspectives on Geographical Indications’ has arrived. As far as the plan is (we cannot predict what Covid-19 restrictions will be in place), this would be held in beautiful Rome, Italy on 6-9 July 2021 at the FAO headquarters.
Geographical Indications are ‘signs’ used on products such as spirits (‘tequila’ in Mexico), wines (Vale dos Vinhedos’ in Brazil), food (‘Quinoa Real’ in Bolivia), handicraft (‘Montecristi’ in Ecuador) that have a specific geographical origin (the reason for its name/label).
Why do we need you?
The conference is an interdisciplinary affair and aims to
listen to everyone in the area of agriculture and trade linked to GIs– we mean,
EVERYONE. From public authorities to producers, policymakers to practitioners
and stakeholders to academics, you name it, and we will have a space for you.
We are looking for participants around the world and I am
indeed looking for participants from developing countries (check fees and
financial support). To submit your contribution and abstract of no more than
500 words is needed -- deadline is before 18 December 2020. The beauty is that
contributions can be in Spanish (cough cough my Latin American friends),
English or French (simultaneous translation will be available on the date).
For the full invitation check here. For the submission of
contribution check here. When accessing the page, just tap (left-hand side corner)
for the desired language.