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Saudi Arabia: Partnership with Indonesia Launched to Enhance Intellectual Property Framework
Saudi Arabia and Indonesia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on developing their intellectual property (IP) ecosystems. This agreement was established on the sidelines ...
UAE: Ministry of Economy Introduces New Law to Combat Commercial Fraud
The Ministry of Economy (MOEC) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has enacted Federal Decree-Law No. 42 of 2023, designed to strengthen consumer protection and combat commercial ...
MENA: Cultivating a Future of Plant Variety Protection
The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is making significant strides in the protection of plant varieties, a crucial step towards enhancing food security and agricultural ...
Qatar: New Regulations from the PTO
The Patent and Trademark Office (PTO) in Qatar has announced significant updates to the validation of power of attorney (POA) documents and a series of fee reductions, ...
OAPI: Trademark Practices Updates and New E-Filing System
The African Intellectual Property Organization (OAPI) has recently implemented substantial changes to its trademark practices, aimed at improving efficiency and accessibility. These changes, including the introduction of ...
ARIPO: Collaboration with CNIPA
The African Regional Intellectual Property Organization (ARIPO) launched a Patent Prosecution Highway (PPH) pilot program with the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA). This initiative aims to ...
Somalia: Exploring New Opportunities in the Reopened IP Landscape
We are excited to highlight a significant opportunity that could open new avenues for your intellectual property strategies in Africa. The Somali Intellectual Property Office (SIPO) has ...
Ghana: Implementing the ARIPO Arusha Protocol
Ghana has officially ratified the ARIPO Arusha Protocol for the Protection of New Varieties of Plants, joining Rwanda, São Tomé e Príncipe, and Cape Verde. This ratification ...
UAE: Advancing IP Rights Protection in the Digital Realm
The UAE Ministry of Economy has reported significant progress in protecting intellectual property (IP) rights for creative works in the digital realm. This advancement comes from the ...
