Guinea
The Republic of Guinea lies between Sierra Leone and Guinea Bissau on the west coast of Africa.
General information
- Capital: Conakry
- Population: 6.5 million
- Area: 245 857 km2
- Languages: French – official language
- Exports: Bauxite; alumina; diamonds; gold; coffee; fish; agricultural products
- Imports: Petroleum products; metals; machinery; transport equipment; textiles; grain and other foodstuffs
- Currency: Guinea Franc
Trademarks
Member of OAPI- International Conventions:
- WIPO, WTO, Paris Union, Trade Mark Law Treaty, Nice Agreement, Vienna Union, Berne Union, Locarno Agreement.
- Marking of Goods:
Notice of registration by use of the legend “Marque Désposée” optional.
Follow the importer’s instructions or specified contract specifications. However, products of non-French origin should show the country of origin.
Patents
- General:
Patent protection is obtainable only via OAPI.
The firm practises directly in several Southern African countries and through long-established associates in others.
