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Saudi Arabia Approved as an International Search and Examination Authority
Saudi Arabia has taken a significant step towards enhancing its position on the Global Innovation Index (GII) and supporting the country's Vision 2030. During the Assemblies of ...
GCCPO Expands Patent Filing Services to Qatar: Advancing Regional Patent Harmonization
In a further move towards restoring its position as a regional patent office, the Gulf Cooperation Council Patent Office (GCCPO) has expanded its services to include Qatar, ...
TMO in Libya Resumes Operations
On May 28, 2023, the Trademark Office (TMO) in Libya resumed its normal operations, bringing relief to businesses and individuals seeking intellectual property protection in Libya. We ...
Oman Implements Progressive Fee Adjustments to Foster Intellectual Property Growth
In a significant move to foster innovation and support intellectual property rights, the National Intellectual Property Office at the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion of ...
USPTO and OMPIC Collaborate to Accelerate Patent Processing with PPH Program
Exciting news for inventors and innovators! The Moroccan Industrial and Commercial Property Office, known by its French acronym OMPIC, and the United States Patent and Trademark Office ...
Annuities Go Digital in Kuwait
The Kuwait Patent Office (KPO) has announced that the online portal is now operational for the payment of annuities. To keep their applications and patents valid, owners ...
Saba IP and RAK DED: A Winning Partnership for IP Protection
Saba IP has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Ras Al Khaimah Department of Economic Development (RAK DED) to combat commercial fraud and counterfeiting of ...
Announcement of the Passing of Suhail F. Saba, Partner, Friend, and Colleague
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Suhail F. Saba, a cherished partner, friend, and colleague to us all. Throughout his remarkable career, ...
Linking the Dots: Navigating the Patent Linkage System in Saudi Arabia
To ensure smooth patent linkage and prevent conflicts, pharmaceutical and biotech companies are encouraged to disclose any relevant Saudi and/or Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) patents when applying ...
