A trademark signifies a specific brand or company origin, granting exclusive rights to its owner. In contrast, a geographical indication (GI) denotes a product originating from a specific geographical area, carrying qualities or a reputation due to that origin, and belongs to the community within that area. While trademarks can generally be licensed for use by others, GIs are intrinsically linked to the collective rights and traditions of a region, and their licensing is restricted to producers within that defined geographical area who adhere to prescribed standards, often without the same broad transferability as trademarks. Furthermore, while trademarks apply broadly to manufactured goods and services, GIs are typically associated with agricultural products, foodstuffs, natural products, and handicrafts, reflecting their origin-based qualities.