NEWS
GTLD Applications Published
On June 13, 2012, the ICANN published a list of new applied-for gTLDs. The applications will now be subject to a 60-day public comment period and a ...
Oman: Workshop on Effective IP Asset Management
The Omani Ministry of Commerce and Industry in cooperation with the WIPO have recently organized a workshop on “Effective Intellectual Property Asset Management” by Small and Medium ...
Syria: Withdrawal from the Madrid Agreement
Based on Presidential Decree No. 179, Articles 1 and 2, the Syrian Authorities announced the withdrawal of Syria from the Madrid Agreement for the international registration of ...
Jordan: Seizure of Counterfeit Drugs
The Jordanian authorities have recently seized large quantities of counterfeit drugs, used for the treatment of physical and psychological diseases. A criminal case against the perpetrators was ...
Syria: New Implementing Regulations Out
The regulations implementing the new Law on Patents, Utility Models, Integrated Circuits and Layouts (Law no. 18 of 2012) have recently been drafted. For your information, the ...
Turkey: Customs Recordal Possible
The recordal of trademarks is possible at the Turkish Customs. As such, trademarks will be placed on watch, and products bearing the recorded mark or bearing a ...
Bahrain: Authorities on the Lookout
The Bahraini Customs Authorities seized a significant volume of counterfeits with an estimated market value of USD 300 000. The confiscated goods included a range of items ...
Saudi Arabia: A Review of the Patent Protection System
Saudi Arabia is the largest and richest of the Gulf States. Its wealth derives mainly from its vast reserves of oil and natural gas, which places the ...
Qatar: Industrial Property Office Is Relocating
The Industrial Property Office in Qatar is now moving to new premises. As a result of this move, the flow of work is expected to be interrupted. ...
