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Chile and Cape Verde Joins the Madrid System

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On April 4, 2022, the Government of Chile and on April 6, 2022, Cabo Verde deposited their instruments of accession to the Madrid Protocol with WIPO, making them the 111th and 112th members of the Madrid System, which now covers 128 countries. The Protocol will enter into force for Chile on July 4, and for Cabo Verde on July 6.

Chile and Cabo Verde’s accession further strengthens the Madrid System’s status as a key component of international trademark protection, offering a convenient and cost-effective solution to brand owners worldwide.

About the Madrid System

The Madrid System makes it possible for you to apply for trademark protection in up to 128 territories by filing a single international application with the national or regional IP office of a Madrid System member. With the Madrid System, the process of multinational trademark registration is streamlined through a single application and management process. Today, the Madrid Registry is focused on delivering a streamlined, customer-driven experience for users throughout the lifecycle of their mark with its evolving suite of online services and resources.

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Gamze Bakır

Starting her career in IP and being a chartered Trademark Attorney before TurkPatent in 2013, Gamze C. Bakır practiced as Manager of Trademark&Design Department in a Turkish IP firm. Her area of expertise mainly focuses on application, protection and maintenance of Intellectual Property rights, specifically trademarks and designs, both domestically and internationally.

She actively participated in many national and international events, training, and seminars. Since 2015, she has also been an active member at INTA and ECTA meetings. She is fluent in English.

Education
Middle East Technical University, MS (2011)
Hacettepe University, BA (2005)

Nihan Saman


Starting her career in IP and being a chartered Trademark Attorney before TurkPatent in 2013, Nihan O. Saman practiced as Team Leader of Trademark&Design Department in a Turkish IP firm. Her area of expertise mainly focuses on application, protection and maintenance of Intellectual Property rights, specifically plant variety protection, trademarks and designs, both domestically and internationally.

She actively participated in many national and international training, and seminars. She is fluent in English.

Education
Hacettepe University, MBA (2011)
Hacettepe University, BA (2005)