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The
Belize Intellectual Property Office (BELIPO),
established under Part II of the Patents Act (Chapter
253), Revised Edition 2000, is the National
Intellectual Property Registry for Belize,
Central America.
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“To create an efficient and modern intellectual property system leading to the emergence of a vibrant intellectual property culture in Belize.”
1.To administer the intellectual property legislation of Belize. Belize’s
intellectual property legislation became WTO/TRIPS consistent in June 2000
and are accessible at www.belipo.bz/e_library.html.
2. To advise the Government of Belize on intellectual property matters.
3. To promote knowledge of intellectual property law
in Belize.
What is Intellectual Property?
Intellectual property refers to creations of the mind such as trademarks, patents, industrial designs and copyright.
What
is a Trademark?
A trademark is a sign which is capable of distinguishing
the goods or services of one undertaking from those
of other undertakings.
What
is a Patent?
A patent is the exclusive right to make, use, or sell
an invention for a specified period of time.
What
is an Industrial Design?
An industrial design is the ornamental or aesthetic
qualities of a product.
What is Copyright?
Copyright is the legal protection given to creators of literary and artistic works.
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