China-Bahrain PPH Pilot Program Launched
Bahrain and China have inaugurated a pioneering initiative, the Patent Prosecution Highway (PPH) pilot program, aimed at accelerating patent examination and fostering innovation collaboration between the two nations. On May 1, 2024, the China [...]
New Guidelines Issued for Power of Attorney in Qatar
DOHA - The Qatari Ministry of Commerce and Industry has introduced new guidelines aimed at enhancing the validity and accreditation of Power of Attorney. These guidelines, effective immediately, are designed to streamline the process [...]
New Directive on Patent Annuity Fees Issued by Qatar’s Patent Office
DOHA- The Intellectual Property Rights Protection Department of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry in Doha has issued Circular Number 2/2024, introducing a new directive on patent annuity fees. Applicants can now choose to [...]
ADEN, Yemen Intellectual Property Office announced increased official fees for trademark services
ADEN - The Intellectual Property Office of the Ministry of Industry and Trade has announced increased official fees for trademark services. The cited increase in Aden TMO are as follows: Procedure Old fees (YER) [...]
Dubai Customs Seizes Counterfeit Goods Worth Over 5.4 Million Dirhams in Early 2024
Dubai Customs has made significant strides in the protection of intellectual property rights, revealing the seizing of counterfeit goods valued at over 5.4 million dirhams across 13 separate instances in the first quarter of [...]
Pakistan and Kyrgyzstan Agree to Strengthen Intellectual Property Rights Enforcement
ISLAMABAD- Pakistan and Kyrgyzstan have recently pledged to strengthen Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) enforcement and bilateral cooperation. In a meeting between Chairperson IPO-Pakistan, Farukh Amil, and Kyrgyzstan's Ambassador, Ulanbek Totuiaev, held in Islamabad, both [...]
Saudi Arabia – SAIP Introduces New Procedure for Rejected Trademark Applications
RIYADH –In a bid to streamline intellectual property management processes, the Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP) has introduced a new procedure for handling rejected trademark applications. Previously, applicants facing rejection had two choices: [...]
Iraq Implements Simultaneous Publication Fee Requirement
BAGHDAD- In an announcement dated April 7, 2024, the Directorate of Patents and Industrial Designs in Iraq declared a significant procedural change regarding trademark applications. Effective immediately, applicants are required to submit the official [...]
Algerian INAPI Implements 19% VAT on IP Services
ALGIERS- As of March 29, 2024, the Algerian National Institute of Industrial Property (INAPI) has implemented a revised Value Added Tax (VAT) rate of 19% on official fees associated with intellectual property (IP) services, [...]
New Regulations for Annual Renewal of Powers of Attorney in Libya
Tripoli - In a recent circular issued by the Ministry of Commerce and Trade on February 14, 2024, significant changes have been introduced regarding the powers of attorney (PoA) and trademark registration in Libya. [...]
Libya’s Trademark Landscape Transformed: Highlights of Regulation No. 26 of 2024
TRIPOLI – Regulation No. 26 of 2024 concerning trademark practices in Libya has been released by the Minister of Commerce and Trade. Key features of the new regulation include: Introduction of provisions for the [...]
GCC Patent Office and WIPO Introduced ‘WIPO Publish’ Search Platform
Riyadh— The GCC Patent Office, in collaboration with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), has introduced the "WIPO Publish" search platform, marking a significant stride in facilitating access to patent information. This cutting-edge platform [...]
Syria Implements Official Fee Increase for Trademarks and Designs
DAMASCUS – In compliance with Law No. 23/2023 enacted on November 21, 2023, Syria has implemented an official fee increase for trademarks and designs effective December 3, 2023. The new law impacts various aspects, [...]
UAE Implements Changes to Industrial Property Rights Fees Structure
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has taken a significant step in reshaping its industrial property landscape with the recent enactment of Ministerial Decision No. 112 of 2023. This decision introduces substantial changes to the [...]
Argentina’s INPI Announces a 400% Official Fee Increase
The Argentine Trademark and Patent Office (INPI) has set the stage for a significant shake-up in the intellectual property sector. Effective December 1st, 2023, prepare for a game-changing increase in government fees. INPI has [...]
Saudi Arabia Adopts the 12th Edition of the Nice Classification
Riyadh— The Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP) has officially adopted the 12th edition of the Nice Classification, effective November 2, 2023. This move introduces substantial changes to the trademark application process, particularly in [...]
Bahrain Reduced Patent and Utility Model Fees for Individual Applicants
Bahrain has taken proactive steps to potentially boost individual patent applications by reducing fees for specific patent-related services. Decision No. 67 of 2023, implemented by the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, focuses on lowering [...]
Saudi Arabia Implements Key Amendments to Industrial Designs Law
Riyadh— The Saudi Council of Ministers has recently greenlit crucial amendments to the Patents, Layout-Designs of Integrated Circuits, Plant Varieties, and Industrial Designs law. Effective as of September 25, 2023, through Royal Decree No. [...]
Yemen Adopts 10th Edition of Nice Classification for Trademarks
Sana’a, Yemen – In a significant step towards enhancing intellectual property protection and streamlining trademark registration processes, the General Department for Intellectual Property Protection of the Ministry of Industry & Trade in Yemen has [...]
Egypt Launches New Authority for Intellectual Property to Drive Development
In a significant move towards enhancing its intellectual property landscape, the Arab Republic of Egypt took a crucial step by enacting Law No. 163 of 2023 on August 13, 2023. This landmark legislation heralds [...]
Saudi Arabia Accredited as International Search and Examination Authority
In a remarkable milestone, Saudi Arabia has been unanimously approved as an International Search and Examination Authority. This significant decision was made during the Assemblies of the Member States of WIPO in July 2023. [...]
Navigating the Metaverse: A Guide to Intellectual Property Rights and Enforcement
As the metaverse continues to evolve and gain prominence, it has become a hotbed for creative expression, entrepreneurship, and innovation. With its virtual landscapes, immersive experiences, and limitless possibilities, the metaverse has given rise [...]
Qatar Introduces New Trademark Official Fees
Qatar has recently taken a significant step in intellectual property protection by officially adopting the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Trademark Law. This law, which was published in the Official Gazette No. 09 dated 09 [...]
UAE Eliminates Legalized POA Requirement for Patents and Industrial Designs
No more legalized Power of Attorney (POA) required for services related to Patents and Industrial Designs. As per the circular email that the Ministry of Economy released, the legalization of the documents (such as [...]
The story behind MISS IP Intellectual Property Services
Jillan Ali Moussa, a name that is to be engraved in history as a pioneer, a visionary, and a true inspiration for all the women in MENA region and even all over the world. [...]
All there is to know about trademarks in the UAE
Business owners all over the world understand the importance of registering their businesses’ trademarks. However, some might be unaware of its prominent importance to the business success and to the business owner himself. Therefor [...]
UAE Joining WIPO & Legal Reformations
Miss IP experts introduce to you all you need to know about the new Intellectual Property legal reform in the UAE. The IP laws’ reformations approved by the president of the UAE, His Highness [...]
Russia – Official fees increment starting from August 1st, 2021.
An increase on the official fees has been approved by the Russian Patent and Trademark office on specific legal actions pertaining to trademarks, industrial designs, patents and utility models. It is worth mentioning that [...]
UAE News
Official Gazette will be issued twice a month in UAE A new Administrative Circular has been issued on 15th of June 2021 by the Trademark Office (Ministry of Economy) in UAE stating that the [...]
Kurdistan Update
Iraqi Trademark Registrations will not be extended to Kurdistan. A new Guidance issued in June 2021 raised by the Kurdish Trademark Registrar suspending the legal extension of protection of the Iraqi registered trademarks up [...]
Update in Oman
On 12 October 2020, Oman has announced the implementation of Value Added Tax (VAT) of 5% on the non-governmental fees in accordance with the unified GCC VAT Agreement. The implementation date of the VAT [...]
Update from UAE Trademark office
On 11 April 2021, The Trademark Office in UAE has announced their update by accepting the late submission of the legalized POA’s up to non-extendable 30 days from the date of filing the application. [...]