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Which statement best describes the controlling doctrine governing well-known marks under Philippine law, its essential elements, and the likely outcome on the facts below? Facts: A foreign luxury perfume brand, NOIRE PARFUMS, has marketed its perfumes in the Philippines for two years but has no local trademark registration. A Philippine retailer, NOIRE PARFUMS STORE, uses signage and packaging bearing the word NOIRE and a black rose emblem on its perfumes sold nationwide. The owner of NOIRE PARFUMS files a complaint seeking protection under the well-known marks doctrine. (a) Identify the controlling doctrine and state its essential elements. (b) Based on the facts, determine whether NOIRE PARFUMS STORE’s use is actionable despite the absence of local registration, explaining the controlling test and likely outcome. (c) If NOIRE PARFUMS STORE argues the use is descriptive, explain how the well-known marks doctrine addresses such defenses and what proof is required to sustain protection.