The TRIPS Agreement

Having been an active part of the negotiations when the TRIPS agreement was being formed, author Daniel Gervais presents a distinctive and insightful explanation of the history and background of the Agreement. This acclaimed book:
Provides a complete background by following the history of the TRIPS agreement
Demonstrates the effect of the TRIPS agreement through analysis of recent cases
Presents an insightful article-by-article analysis of the full TRIPS agreement
Offers a unique insider perspective as the author was involved with the TRIPS agreement negotiations
Includes relevant dispute settlement cases and the ongoing panel discussions to reflect the developments which have occurred since 1995
Takes into account the latest Doha Development Round discussions to bring to light the current international issues relating to the TRIPS agreement
Analyses the rising trend of bilateral agreements and the implications for practitioners working in the countries party to those
Anticipates the future impact the TRIPS agreement will have on the international IP framework