Practice question
A foreign owner proves its mark is famous abroad but offers no proof of relevant Philippine knowledge. It argues that international fame automatically satisfies section 123.1(e), regardless of local reputation. Which is correct?
- Every foreign registration proves Philippine recognition
- Local knowledge is expressly forbidden evidence
- The statutory Philippine-reputation component must also be addressed; foreign fame alone is not an automatic substitute
- Only ownership of a website is required
- The claimant may declare itself conclusively well-known
Legal references
- https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra1997/ra_8293_1997.html — RA 8293, sections 123.1(e)–(f), 131.3 and 147.2
- https://www.ipophil.gov.ph/well-known-marks/ — IPOPHL official explanation of well-known protection and MC 2025-009
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