Not That Slick: Illegal Oil Factory Shut Down in the UAE
...worth noting that the Ajman DED has a clear, efficient and accessible online complaints system that allows brand owners to enforce their rights promptly within the borders of Ajman. We...
The Ball Is in Your Court: Settling Intellectual Property Disputes in Saudi Arabia
...Accordingly, in order to enforce trademark rights against infringers, brand owners can file complaints with the Anti-Commercial Fraud Department at the Ministry of Commerce or at the Commercial Court. Filing...
FRANCHISERS REJOICE, THE LAW IS IN FORCE IN SAUDI ARABIA
...franchising arrangements were treated as a commercial agency and were governed by the Commercial Agencies Law of 1992 and franchising agreements between the franchisor and franchisee were considered under the...
MENA: USTR Special 301 Report
...was moved down from the Priority Watch list to the Watch List after passing the 2019 Copyright and Related Rights Law and the Implementing Regulations, signifying its commitment to reform...
Saudi Arabia: Increase in VAT Rate
...to goods and services, with some limited exceptions on basic food items, healthcare, and education. Should you have any questions, or require any additional information, please contact us at news@sabaip.com....
Saudi Arabia: Launching Data Exchange Program with KIPO
...shows its commitment to develop and establish a competent IP system and demonstrates its awareness of the strategic importance of IP on the country’s economic development. Should you have any...
Qatar: Industrial Designs Law Issued
...Law will offer a more comprehensive protection for designs once the Implementing Regulations are issued. Should you have any questions, or require any additional information, please contact us at news@sabaip.com...
Zanzibar: The Beginning of an Online Era for Trademarks
...some delays in filing oppositions and in issuing trademark registrations. We expect this new electronic process to reduce the time required for completing trademark matters at the TMO and to...
Qatar: COVID-19 Constitutes a Force Majeure Event
...licenses, changes in ownership, etc., are either temporarily suspended until further notice or mostly interrupted. Should you have any questions, or require any additional information, please contact us at news@sabaip.com...
UAE: Revised Official Fees
...further enhance the business environment, empower entrepreneurs, and encourage the creation of new investment opportunities. Should you have any questions, or require any additional information, please contact us at news@sabaip.com...