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Compulsory licensing in Europe has been prepared by the European Patent Office (EPO) and various authors for training and information purposes only. Although it has been prepared with great care, it cannot be guaranteed that the information it contains is accurate and up-to-date, nor is it meant to be a comprehensive study or a source of legal advice. The opinions expressed in this manual are not necessarily those of the EPO.

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