MENA: Increasing IP Asset Value through Strategic Patenting in the Region
...become an imperative. The question then is how to maximize the value of a patent portfolio? There are three general options, which depending on the company’s business model, may be...
Kuwait: Substantial Procedural Changes in Place
...of Incorporation or an Extract from the Commercial Register must be submitted in support of a trademark application. A certificate of home or foreign registration/application is no longer a requirement....
Kuwait: Commitment to IP Protection
...formal requirements are met. We expect more to unfold in the few months to come. Should you have any questions, or require any additional information, please contact us at news@sabaip.com...
MENA: Opposition Proceedings in the Region
The opposition system in the MENA region runs smoothly as it comes in line with the underlying provisions of the trademark laws that are in place, as well as numerous treaty...
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...
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...
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...
GCC: Laying Down the Trademark Law
...a maximum of five year imprisonment and payment of fines of up to US $270,000 Should you have any questions, or require any additional information, please contact us at news@sabaip.com...