Tag: compulsory licensing
How TRIPS and Patent Policy Shape the Global Generic Medicine Market
Explore how the TRIPS Agreement and patent policies influence the availability and cost of generic medicines globally. Learn about compulsory licensing, TRIPS Plus provisions, and recent developments like the COVID-19 waiver.
Compulsory Licensing: How Governments Override Patents to Protect Public Health
Compulsory licensing lets governments override patents to make life-saving drugs affordable. Used in emergencies like pandemics, it's a legal tool under international law that balances innovation with public health needs.