The present book examines both theoretical and practical aspects of the law on indications of
geographical origin (IGOs) within the framework of European Union (EU) law pursuing four
distinct yet mutually related aims. First it discusses theoretical issues of the law on IGOs
including its historical foundations terminology principles of regulation legal subjectivity
protection models and loss of protection. Second it covers the EU law on IGOs from a
systematic point of view. Particularly the systematic review of the EU law on IGOs includes an
in-depth analysis of and commentary on the relevant and applicable regulations. Third it
examines current legislative initiatives and further development options for the EU law on
IGOs. Finally it reveals the interrelation of the EU law on one hand and the national laws of
EU Member States on the other with regard to IGOs focusing on harmonized and non-harmonized
areas of law.
