Morocco: Maximizing Economic Momentum and IP Innovation
...private sector, and international partners have led to specialized training programs and research centers, particularly in engineering, renewable energy, and digital technologies, designed to bridge the skills gap and empower...
Myanmar: Navigating New Horizons in the Intellectual Property Landscape
...of the Myanmar Trademark Law, which commenced on April 1, 2023, and the subsequent opening of the Intellectual Property Office on April 26, 2023, marked a pivotal shift from the...
Iraq’s Strategic Leap in Intellectual Property: Embracing the PCT System
...filing. This change significantly simplifies the application process for patent filers. Additionally, the Office mandates the submission of a complete Arabic translation of the patent specifications at the time of...
Libya Trademark Update: Electronic Platform Goes Live, Streamlining Processes
...regulations and systems, our commitment remains in providing comprehensive monitoring and analysis. Should you require detailed insights or bespoke guidance, we encourage you to reach out to us at news@sabaip.com....
Fostering Innovation: Safeguarding Intellectual Property for Startups in the MENA
...Arab Emirates, this protection becomes even more crucial. By registering patents, startups can establish a competitive advantage, fortify their position, and prevent unauthorized use of their groundbreaking technologies and inventions....
From Law to Practice: Libya Rolls Out Long-Awaited Implementing Regulations for 2010 Trademark Act
...renewal fees. We will keep a close watch on how these new regulations are implemented in practice. For further insights and personalized guidance, please reach out to us at news@sabaip.com....
Gateway to Innovation: Saudi Arabia’s Economic and IP Transformation
...is matched by its diverse demographic composition. This diversity, encompassing a blend of native Saudis and a significant expatriate community, contributes to the country’s unique cultural and economic dynamics. The...
Qatar Establishes Grievance Committee for Patent Appeals
...conventional role limited to reviewing rejections of patent applications, this committee’s responsibilities now extend to examining appeals against examination reports. This broader scope indicates Qatar’s commitment to ensuring comprehensive and...
GCC: Innovation and Patents as Drivers of Growth
...that can increase productivity, efficiency and competitiveness. It can also lead to the development of new industries and the expansion of existing ones. [i] https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/mckinsey-explainers/what-is-innovation [ii] https://www.forbes.com/sites/davidblackmon/2021/04/28/innovation-not-diversification-is-the-key-the-oil-and-gas-industrys-survival/?sh=67e3b59a2449 [iii] https://www.investmentmonitor.ai/dashboards/patents/patent-statistics-and-analysis-q1-2022/ ...
Qatar: Working Alongside KIPO to Establish National IP Strategy
In a significant move towards bolstering international cooperation in intellectual property (IP), the Korean Intellectual Property Office (KIPO) and the Ministry of Commerce and Industry of Qatar have agreed to...