MANILA, Philippines — Distinctly Philippine-made products, such as Batangas’ “barako” coffee, Guimaras’ mangoes, Bicol’s “pili” nut, Cordillera’s heirloom rice, and Southern Luzon’s “lambanog” (coconut wine), may soon be protected from intellectual property (IP) violations. The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) on Monday said it had identified 31 potential geographical indications (GIs), a type … Continue reading 31 heritage products to get intellectual property rights protection