IP owners are constantly looking for new countries in which to protect and enforce their rights, particularly as growth in mature markets slows. Three countries that are opening up to international investment are Cuba, Iran and Myanmar. Natalie Rahhal and James Nurton find out about the latest developments in these three states, particularly for trade mark owners, and also look at other jurisdictions that could become more important for IP
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