In Loving Memory of IBRAHIM TARAZI
In Memoriam It is with great sadness that we share with you the news of the death of Ibrahim Tarazi who passed away on September 14, 2011 after a long...
USTR: Special 301 Report
...address the issues of IPR enforcement and the challenges of copyright piracy over the internet. In the 2011 review, a new initiative was announced inviting trading partners appearing on the...
Yemen: Increase in Official Fees
The official fees for all trademark-related matters in Yemen are expected to increase substantially in comparison with their current level very soon. This comes in accordance with the implementing regulations...
UAE: Landrush Phase for Arabic Domain Name Registrations Begins
We would like to announce that the Landrush phase for Arabic domain name registrations has started. During this phase, individuals and companies can apply for the domain name of interest....
Saudi Arabia: Number One in Combatting Illicit Trade
...action shows the strong commitment of Saudi Arabia to protect IP rights in the country. Should you have any questions, or require any additional information, please contact us at info@sabaip.com...
Tunisia: Did Tunisia accede to the Geneva Act of the Hague Agreement and to the Madrid Protocol?
...not expected at any time soon. We will keep you updated with any further developments. Should you have any questions, or require any additional information, please contact us at info@sabaip.com...
India: Guidelines to Register Geographical Indications
...must be completed when filing a GI application in order to avoid duplication of documents. By way of background, the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act of 1999...
Bahrain: Patent Formalities
...1. Applications should be examined within 60 days from filing date. 2. Patent applications accepted by the Registrar should be published in the Official Gazette. 3. Whenever, on examination, any...
Qatar: Auto Spare Parts Under Control
...unwavering commitment to protect intellectual property rights and to maintain low counterfeiting levels in the country. Should you have any questions, or require any additional information, please contact us at info@sabaip.com...
Qatar: Draft Privacy Law
...framework, targeted for completion by the end of 2011, will set the minimum level of privacy protection required for all sectors, including finance, education, health, and law enforcement. The framework...