Lebanon – Ministry Closures in Lebanon on Dec 1–2 for Pope Leo XIV’s Official Visit
The Lebanese government has announced that all ministries will be closed on Monday and Tuesday, December 1 and 2, due to the arrival of Pope Leo XIV in Beirut for an official apostolic visit declared...
UAE Launches First Digital “Brand Marketplace”
On Wednesday, 26 November 2025, the Ministry of Economy and Tourism announced the launch of the “Brand Marketplace,” the first digital platform in the UAE and the region dedicated to buying and...
The Dark Side of Dupe Culture: When “Cheap” Becomes Illegal
Scrolling through TikTok or Instagram, it’s impossible to miss it: “a dupe for Dior,” “a dupe for Chanel,” “a dupe for Fenty.” Dupe culture is thriving, and creators are having fun sharing affordable...
Intellectual Property: From Legal Protection to Real Financial Value
In today’s highly competitive market, a company’s most valuable assets are often its intangible ones—its trade name, brand, and patented ideas. Intellectual property is no longer merely a legal...
Sudan – The Relocation of the Sudan TMO
This is to advise that the Registrar General of Intellectual Property in Sudan has announced on 14th December 2025 the immediate suspension of all administrative work including filing all types of...
Outside the Courtroom
As markets expand, incidents of infringement and business disputes have become increasingly common. Addressing these issues through traditional litigation is often costly, time-consuming, and may...






