The Hungarian trademark law in force does not provide means to act against the above described use.
A new law on trademarks is under preparation and is expected to enter into force in July 1997. The draft new law contains a provision according to which the proprietor of a registered trademark shall be entitled to prevent all third parties not having his consent from using in the course of trade any sign which is identical with or similar to the trademark in relation to goods or services which are not similar to those for which the trademark is registered, provided that the trademark has a reputation in Hungary and where the use of that sign would be detrimental to or would take unfair advantage of the distinctive character or the repute of the trademark.
