The destination has a system to contribute to the protection and preservation of intellectual property rights of communities and individuals.
Example: Colombia
Colombia has developed a system to protect the intellectual property rights of communities and individuals. National institutions such as the Superintendence of Industry and Commerce (SIC) and the National Copyright Directorate (DNDA) ensure efficient registration and enforcement, while ongoing projects like the Colombian-Swiss Intellectual Property Project (COLIBRI) support capacity building and community development. Colombia also has programs that promote traditional knowledge and cultural expressions, through organizations like ‘Artesanías de Colombia’. These efforts reinforce Colombia’s commitment to safeguarding intellectual property within its territory.
