Ethiopia: Surveying the Trademark Landscape
...Edition of the Nice Classification. Once an application is filed, it will be placed on the docket for examination. Examination is performed on both absolute and relative grounds, and it...
UAE: Steady March towards an Online Environment
...application. Class 33, alcoholic goods in class 32, and pork meat in class 29 cannot be registered Examination: On formal, absolute, and relative grounds Opposition: 30 days from last publication...
Ethiopia: IP is an Important Avenue for Supporting the Economy
...the government’s investment in infrastructure, as well as sustained progress in the agricultural and service sectors, is expected to keep rising in the years to come. Ethiopia’s annual GDP growth...
Kuwait: Implementing Regulations of the Copyright Law Published
...Yes Registration Possible for nationals as well as foreigners Filing Requirements Power of attorney, legalized Copy of the commercial license or commercial register Duration The life of the author plus...
Saudi Arabia: You Can Trademark Your Surname Now
...several aspects when examining the trademark application, including but not limited to: If the surname complies with the conditions and formal registration requirements related to trademarks; If the mark is...
Saudi Arabia: Patent Grievances Committee Established
...Committee will streamline patent related procedures and motivate innovation and economic systems in Saudi Arabia. Should you have any questions, or require any additional information, please contact us at news@sabaip.com...
UAE: Official Fees Waived for Some Patent and Industrial Design Matters
...following services: Annuities Publications Patent restoration Assignment, merger, and licensing Correction of application and amendment of claims Change of representative This news comes in light of the revision in the...
Cyprus: Upgraded Electronic Platform for Trademarks
...edition – single class application Examination: On formal, absolute, and relative grounds Opposition: 2 months from publication date Protection Term: 7 years from filing date and renewable for periods of...
Egypt: Seeking to Join the UPOV Agreement
...to an active member. Accordingly, these amendments to Book Four of the aforementioned Law, which relates to Plant Varieties, are a continuation of the procedural and legislative steps for this...
Jordan: Enhancement of Customs Security at Aqaba Special Economic Zone
In the scope of the country’s continuous efforts to create competent border enforcement measures, Jordan signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Japan to enhance the Customs security at the Aqaba...