Togo

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The Republic of Togo lies between Ghana and Benin and also borders Burkina Faso.

General Information

  • Capital: Lomé
  • Population: 5 million
  • Area: 56 785 km2
  • Languages: French - official language
  • Exports: Phosphates; cotton; coffee; cocoa
  • Imports: Machinery and equipment; consumer goods; petroleum products
  • Currency: CFA Franc

Trade Marks

Member of OAPI.

International Conventions

WIPO, WTO, Paris Union, Nairobi Treaty, Berne Union, Signatory to the WIPO Copyright Treaty, Signatory to the WIPO Performances and Phonograms Treaty.

Marking of Goods

Notice of registration by use of the legend ‘Marque Déposée’ optional.

In general all goods should be marked with country of origin.

Patents

General

Patent protection is obtainable only via OAPI.