The latin american business environment: patent protection issues |
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| Authors: | G Scott Erickson Andrea Nhuch |
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| Institution: | 1. School of Management , Marist College Poughkeepsie , 12601-1387, New York;2. School of Business Smiddy Hall , Ithaca College , Ithaca, New York, 14850-7174 |
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| Abstract: | Considers the issue of patent rights in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and Mexico. Reviews both theoretical and empirical literature on fitting patent systems to national circumstances. Data are considered shedding light on trade flows and capital formation, two areas impacted by strong or weak protection. Recommends a general hybrid system for Latin American nations, meeting GATT standards while remaining adaptable to individual country needs. |
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