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. (M/45) dated 10/03/1445 AH, these modifications mark a milestone in Saudi Arabia's intellectual property landscape. The key changes are as [...]
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 adopted the 10th Edition of the International Classification of Goods and Services, commonly known as the Nice Classification. Effective from [...]
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 the establishment of the Egyptian Authority for Intellectual Property (EAIP), a specialized body entrusted with fostering the growth and protection [...]
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. The Saudi Intellectual Property Authority (SAIP) can now take on the prestigious roles of an International Search Authority (ISA) and [...]
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 July 2023, has entered into force immediately thereafter. The adoption of this law is expected to enhance trademark prosecution and [...]
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 Power of Attorney, Deed of Assignments, etc.) from the UAE consulates in the Applicant's country is no longer required. The [...]
