Comparative study on the geographical indication protection between China and the European Union-From the perspective of the China-EU Geographical Indications Agreement

Geographical indication (GI) represents the specific good quality and reputation of the regional character-istics of agricultural products, which is a positive approach for stabilising the export of agricultural products, realising high quality and high prices for agricultural products and rural revitalisation. Based on the China-EU Geographical Indications Agreement, this paper discusses the differences between China and the European Union (EU) in terms of GI protection from three aspects: the institutional framework, the operational system, and the operational sta-tus of GIs. The purpose of the study is to identify the differences between China and the EU in the protection of GIs, China's shortcomings, and gaps, and to propose policy recommendations for China to protect GI products better, exploit the economic impact of GIs and enhance the competitiveness of China's exports.

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Geographical indication (GI) represents the specific qualities and reputation of regional characteristics of agricultural products, providing a positive approach for stabilizing agricultural product exports, achieving high quality and high prices, and promoting rural revitalization. This paper discusses the differences between China and the European Union (EU) in terms of GI protection, including institutional frameworks, operational systems, and the status of GIs. The aim of the study is to identify these differences, highlight China's shortcomings, and propose policy recommendations to enhance GI protection, exploit the economic impact of GIs, and improve China's export competitiveness.