I am generally a fan of international trade. It is the force that has lifted billions of people out of extreme poverty.
I also believe it makes sense to have international IP protection to the degree that The IP metaphor actually promotes useful arts and sciences. But I am really displeased with the fact that the TPP makes the 70-year copyright term a (likely permanent) fixture of international law.
I also believe it makes sense to have international IP protection to the degree that The IP metaphor actually promotes useful arts and sciences. But I am really displeased with the fact that the TPP makes the 70-year copyright term a (likely permanent) fixture of international law.
You can find the full text here: https://ustr.gov/trade-agreements/free-trade-agreements/tran...
The offending language is Article 18.63 within the Intellectual Property section.