11
Sep
2023
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Geographical indication protection for craft and industrial products (debate)
Mr. President, please. Hungary has traditionally been rich in high-quality and well-reputed agricultural, food and craft products. This EU regulation is an important proposal for companies and for Europe's cultural heritage. The new legislation supports the European protection system to protect not only agricultural products, but also the origin of traditional craft and industrial products such as Herend porcelain, Halas lace or Szabolcs apples. In 2015, the Hungarian government announced its origin protection programme, which aims to significantly increase the number of Hungarian GI foods recognised by the EU. As a result of the programme, Hungary is at the forefront of the EU in the field of protected products. The new EU legislation can be an effective complementary tool for a successful national programme.