Anheuser-Busch, part of the AB InBev NV international brewing giant, has taken a crucial step in its fight with state-owned Czech brewery Budejovicky Budvar over the Budweiser brand when it acquired its rival.

Anheuser-Busch took control of Budejovicky Mestansky Pivovar last month, giving Anheuser the company’s trademarks, including the contested Budweiser Beer brand. – (Reuters)