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BPTO publishes patent forfeiture rules in Brazil
The Brazilian Patent and Trademark Office published this week the manual on patent forfeiture, as provided in Article 80 of the Industrial Property Law (LPI).
From Mining to Innovation: how Brazil – China cooperation is driving new demands for intellectual property
The growing relevance of strategic minerals is placing Brazil at the center of international cooperation and competition, especially regarding the global energy transition. With significant
BPTO implements new services and adjusts fees for trademark and patent proceedings
The new fee schedule of the Brazilian Patent and Trademark Office (BPTO) will come into effect on August 7, 2025, as established by Ordinance GM/MDIC
Automotive sector: Chinese investments in Brazil
Chinese automakers are driving the electrification of the Brazilian automotive market. Globally, China is already the leading supplier to Latin America, reaching exports of USD
China | Investments in Brazil: Agriculture & Agribusiness
In May 2025, Brazil and China signed a Memorandum of Understanding (2025-2030) for cooperation in the mechanization and modernization of family farming. The agreement was
Brazil Joins the Budapest Treaty: Less bureaucracy and greater legal certainty for biotech patents
On Wednesday, June 11, the Brazilian Federal Senate approved Brazil’s accession to the Budapest Treaty, which establishes the international recognition of the deposit of microorganisms
