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Vol.10, November 2006      An effective Intellectual Property Right (IPR) system is important to trade because it provides confidence to business that rights will be respected and that profits will be returned to IPR holders when goods and services are traded in the region. Strong IPR systems boost economic growth, promote investment and develop industries that promote creativity and innovation. Prepared by Australian Customs Service, the report compiles an inventory of IPR enforcement activities of APEC members and is intended as a reference tool for customs administrations and businesses in the APEC region. Product Reference: APEC#206-CT-01.4, 35pp File Size: 300KB The final report is an extension and more comprehensive version of the SCCP trade facilitation mid-term report. It provides qualitative examples of initiatives undertaken by SCCP members to reduce trade transaction costs. To make the report more relevant to business, the final report links the examples of SCCP members with the priorities for customs administrations that have been identified by the APEC Business Advisory Council. Product Reference: APEC#206-CT-01.5, 74pp File Size: 450KB To view all recent APEC publications, click on Find Out More.

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