ARIPO: Implementing Regulations Revised
...An extension of time may be requested, provided that the request complies with the Regulations. Should you have any questions, or require any additional information, please contact us at news@sabaip.com...
Saudi Arabia: New Regulations for Entering PCT National Phase
...period with a late fee will still apply through June 30 of the same year. Should you have any questions, or require any additional information, please contact us at news@sabaip.com...
Libya: Reinstatement of Trademark Registrations (Deadline Extended Unofficially)
...comes as a result of the ongoing unrest in the country leading to an increased workload due to scarce resources. With the expiration of the deadline, it appears that the...
Saudi Arabia: eCosma Registration
...an electronic system that allows importers and manufacturers of cosmetic products marketed in the country to register their cosmetic products with SFDA and ensure that their products are compatible with...
MENA: Stitching the Seams to Protect the Fashion Industry
...nature). Unfair Competition Claim: As for the possibility of bringing an unfair competition claim, most countries of the region are civil law countries and do have unfair competition statutes. The...
GCC: Laying Down the Trademark Law
The issuance of the Implementing Regulations of the GCC Trademark Law in May 2015 by the GCC Trade Cooperation Committee beckoned a new era for a regional trademark law in...
Kuwait: Increase in Official Fees
...increased significantly across the board in comparison with their current level. Although Decree No. 500 will enter into force one day following publication in the Official Gazette, the new rates...
MENA: Establishing Bona Fide Use
...use, must be proven. Standards of use Notwithstanding the complicated legal proceedings of a non-use cancellation action, it will be important to establish valid and genuine use in the countries...
2015: Year in Review
...intended to be comprehensive. Hence, many details are omitted to avoid complications as much as possible. Should you have any questions, or require any additional information, please contact us at news@sabaip.com...
Libya: Reinstatement of Expired Trademark Registrations
...POA, legalized Grace period 6 months Time frame to complete renewal process 6 to 8 months Should you have any questions, or require any additional information, please contact us at news@sabaip.com...