WIPO

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WIPO CRNR/DC/6 ORIGINAL: English DATE: August 30, 1996

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Notes on Article 9

9.01 Article 9 sets forth the principle of formality-free protection. The protection provided for in the proposed Treaty may not be subject to registration, notice, marking, or any other formality.

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Article 9

Formalities

The enjoyment and exercise of the rights provided for in this Treaty shall not be subject to any formality.

[End of Article 9]

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