French textile industries union ( UIT) confirmed Wednesday the
signing of two draft agreements with its Chinese counterpart and
the Chinese chamber of commerce to foster intellectual property in
the two countries and to curb counterfeiting.
Thierry Noblot, UIT chief representative signed these agreements
with China National Textile and Apparel Council (CNTAC) and the
Chinese Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of Textiles
(CCCIET), according to a statement issued here by UIT.
The two parties have agreed to apply pressure on the relevant
authorities in order to obtain a reduction of duration and cost of
patenting brands, designs, and models, said the statement.
UIT, CNTAC and CCCIET also agreed to assist one another in their
respective countries to ensure the protection of intellectual
property rights as well as to liaise with their respective legal
representatives, it said.
"Any infringement of intellectual property rights by Chinese and
French adherent companies, will be brought to the attention of the
signatories, notably during international Fairs or Exhibitions "
and the "settlement of the disputes shall be done in an amicable
manner or by arbitration," according to the agreements.
(Xinhua News Agency September 20, 2007)
