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Türkiye: New Regulation on Plant Variety Registration Now in Effect
The Regulation on Registration of Plant Varieties came into force on September 17, 2024, as published in Official Gazette No. 32665, replacing the previous regulation. This updated ...
Oman: Comprehensive National IP Strategy Launched
Oman has introduced its National Intellectual Property (IP) Strategy, marking a significant milestone in its efforts to foster innovation and protect intellectual property rights. The strategy was ...
Dubai Launches New IP Hub to Empower Innovators
Dubai has unveiled the Dubai Intellectual Property Hub (DIPH), the UAE’s first centralized platform for managing intellectual property and intangible assets. This initiative aims to support entrepreneurs, ...
GCC: New WIPO Publishing System Enhances Patent Application Access
The Secretariat General for the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf (GCC) has introduced the WIPO Publish System, revolutionizing the electronic publishing of patent ...
Saudi Arabia: Riyadh Design Law Treaty Adopted to Streamline Global Design Protection
The Riyadh Design Law Treaty, finalized during a diplomatic conference in Riyadh on November 22, 2024, represents a significant milestone in global intellectual property protection. However, it ...
Making Noise: Recent Sound Trademark Publication in Saudi Arabia
The Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP) has recently published a new application for a sound trademark, marking a significant development in recognizing non-conventional trademarks within the ...
Libya: Trademark Filing Requirements Updated
Libya has introduced new regulations simplifying trademark filing requirements as of January 2024. Among the key updates, translations no longer need to be stamped by a local ...
Saudi Arabia: SAIP to Begin Functioning as an International Searching and Preliminary Examining Authority
The Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP) is set to expand its role within the international intellectual property framework by officially commencing operations as an International Searching ...
2024: A Year in Review for Intellectual Property in MENA
The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region has seen a landmark year for intellectual property (IP) in 2024. From major legislative reforms to enhanced enforcement measures, ...
