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By SHYAFIQ DZULKIFLI PETALING JAYA: From Tenom coffee to Kek Lapis Sarawak, East Malaysia leads in having the most registered Geographical Indication (GI) products in the country, according to data from the Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia (MyIPO). MyIPO defines a GI as a name or sign that identifies a product as originating from a specific location, where its quality, characteristics or reputation are closely linked to that place. Sabah and Sarawak each have 32 GI-registered items encompassing their rich food heritage, agricultural diversity, and traditional craft.  In Sabah, Kota Belud leads with five district-level GIs, including Tenunan Iranun Kota Belud, Penjaram Kota Belud, and Liking Kota Belud. Sabah also has seven state-level GIs, among them Sabah Seaweed, Sabah Batik, Kolupis Sabah and Bosou Sabah. In Sarawak, the Sibuti district recorded the highest number of GI registrations with five products, including Belacan Sibuti, Buah Ta...

By SHYAFIQ DZULKIFLI   PETALING JAYA: From Tenom coffee to Kek Lapis Sarawak, East Malaysia leads in having the most registered Geographical Indication (GI) products in the country, according to data from the Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia (MyIPO). MyIPO defines a GI as a name or sign that identifies a product as originating from a specific location, where its quality, characteristics or reputation are closely linked to that place. Sabah and Sarawak each have 32 GI-registered items encompassing their rich food heritage, agricultural diversity, and traditional craft.  In Sabah, Kota Belud leads with five district-level GIs, including Tenunan Iranun Kota Belud, Penjaram Kota Belud, and Liking Kota Belud. Sabah also has seven state-level GIs, among them Sabah Seaweed, Sabah Batik, Kolupis Sabah and Bosou Sabah. In Sarawak, the Sibuti district recorded the highest number of GI registrations with five products, including Bel...

By SHYAFIQ DZULKIFLI and YUEN MEIKENG   PETALING JAYA: Malaysia’s durian producers have been urged to register their varieties locally and abroad to better protect the fruits of their labour. The call was made by the Malaysian Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia (MyIPO) and an intellectual property lawyer, in response to questions by The Star on how to safeguard the nation’s favourite fruit. MyIPO director-general Yusnieza Syarmila Yusoff said more farmer groups, producers and state agencies should consider Geographical Indication (GI) registration for unique, region-linked durian varieties. A GI is a sign identifying products as originating from a specific place, where their quality, reputation or unique characteristics are closely tied to that location. In Malaysia, applications for GI registration can be filed to MyIPO by eligible producers, associations, or competent authorities representing them. ...

By SHYAFIQ DZULKIFLI and YUEN MEIKENG   PETALING JAYA: Malaysia’s durian producers have been urged to register their varieties locally and abroad to better protect the fruits of their labour. The call was made by the Malaysian Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia (MyIPO) and an intellectual property lawyer, in response to questions by The Star on how to safeguard the nation’s favourite fruit. MyIPO director-general Yusnieza Syarmila Yusoff said more farmer groups, producers and state agencies should consider Geographical Indication (GI) registration for unique, region-linked durian varieties. A GI is a sign identifying products as originating from a specific place, where their quality, reputation or unique characteristics are closely tied to that location. In Malaysia, applications for GI registration can be filed to MyIPO by eligible producers, associations, or competent authorities representing them...

By SHYAFIQ DZULKIFLI   PETALING JAYA: East Malaysia holds the most registered geographical indication (GI) products in the country, according to data from the Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia (MyIPO). Since 2003, MyIPO has received a total of 167 GI applications, comprising 147 local submissions and 20 from foreign producers seeking protection in Malaysia. Of these, 110 local applications and 18 foreign applications were successfully registered. To date, 128 products are protected under the Geographical Indications Act, with Sabah and Sarawak leading the national tally at 32 GIs each.  The two states continue to anchor Malaysia’s GI landscape, driven by their rich food heritage, agricultural diversity, and traditional craft specialties. In Sarawak, the Sibuti district recorded the highest number of GI registrations with five products, including Belacan Sibuti, Buah Tarap Sibuti, and Daun Sabong Sibuti. Beyond district...