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The Industrial Property Office of the Czech Republic (IPO CZ) is the national authority responsible for the protection of industrial property rights, including patents, trademarks, utility models, industrial designs, and geographical denominations. It operates under the Ministry of Industry and Trade and is committed to providing a legal framework that fosters innovation and creativity. IPO CZ offers various services such as the submission of applications/requests, search services, and public reading room access. The office also engages in raising awareness about the industrial property system and promotes the importance of intellectual property rights protection through seminars, trainings, and other educational activities. Being a member of international agreements like the European Patent Convention and the PCT, IPO CZ plays a significant role in the international protection of intellectual property rights.
