GCC: Laying Down the Trademark Law
...The examination process is harmonized now, with applications being examined within 90 days from the date of submission. The TMO will then notify the applicant of the decision. There is...
Saudi Arabia: eCosma Registration
Saudi Arabia announced that all beauty products must be registered with the Saudi Food and Drug Authority through the eCosma portal for free until the end of 2016. eCosma is...
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
...the statutory provisions on use in the local trademark laws – with an examination of the various procedural contexts in which this issue may arise. The article will then move...
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...
UAE: Trademark Registration Going Online
...along with soft copies of the power of attorney and priority document. Submitting paper copies of the application and supporting documents will still be required at the TMO after completing...
Iran: Remember to Seal the Deal
...Iranian consulate. This update applies to all pending and future applications filed at the IIPO. Should you have any questions, or require any additional information, please contact us at news@sabaip.com...
MENA: Navigating Pharmaceutical Trademark Protection
...In addition to a typical trademark search, a full pharmaceutical trademark availability search should attempt to cover a selection of sources, including the records of local regulatory authorities. However, rights...
MENA: Evaluating Risks and Opportunities for Pharmaceutical Patenting
Three primary criteria exist for a pharmaceutical company to examine when formulating a marketing strategy; these are as follows: market size and growth, protection of intellectual property rights, and enforcement...