Patents for Inventions: Protect new and inventive technical solutions or processes. They offer exclusive rights for up to 20 years, ensuring that the inventor can prevent others from using, selling, or manufacturing the invention without permission.
Utility Models: Also known as “petty patents,” these protect new technical innovations with a lower threshold of...
The UAE and the USA signed a Memorandum of Understanding to promote cooperation in protecting intellectual property rights. The agreement aims to provide a framework and technology to enhance creative and innovative activities, develop new policies for intellectual property protection, and contribute to the growth of both countries’ economies. The Memorandum was signed in the...
The Intellectual Property Department at the ministry of commerce and industry has issued a new directive concerning the payment of annuity fees. it has been decided not to accept the annual fees starting from the fourth year for applications that have been pending for three years without being granted. After grant all outstanding annual fees must be settled concurrently with the...
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The official fees in Yemen-Aden have been increased and implemented effective April 28, 2024. Noting that the increased fees are already being applied without providing any prior official notification or decision by the Trademarks Office or the Ministry of Industry and Trade.
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On May 3, 2024, Qatar marked a significant milestone in its intellectual property journey by becoming the 115th member of the Madrid System. The protocol will officially take effect in Qatar on August 3, 2024, heralding new efficiencies and broader protections for Qatari businesses. This development not only streamlines the trademark registration process but also emphasizes the...
On May 3, 2024, Qatar became the 115th member of the Madrid Protocol, enhancing global trademark protection. This benefits brand owners in Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, and the UAE, enabling them to secure cross-border brand protection.
Starting August 3, 2024:
Qatari brand owners can safeguard their brands in 130 countries with one application, using English, French, or Spanish, and...
One World IP would like to bring its esteemed and valued clients’ attention on the recent developments announced by the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office (TÜRKPATENT) regarding updated official fees for patents, utility models, trademarks, and designs. Effective April 24, 2024, these revisions mark an increase on the official fees landscape governing intellectual property rights....