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 applications and collection of official fees from its temporary office in Port Sudan due to the relocation of the TMO to Khartoum.
The announcement did not provide a date for the...
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 trading trademarks. Developed through the UAE Government Leadership Program, the platform represents a new national initiative that enhances the country’s innovation and competitiveness in...
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 by the Vatican. Normal operations and deadlines will resume on Wednesday, December 3.
Please note that any official deadlines falling on these dates will automatically be carried...
On the occasion of the United Arab Emirates’ National Day, One World IP Group is pleased to extend its warmest wishes to everyone celebrating this remarkable event. We proudly join the nation in honoring its achievements, unity, and inspiring journey toward continued progress and prosperity.
Please note that public offices and government departments, as well as our UAE offices,...
Further to our recent notification regarding upcoming changes in the UAE, we are now writing to provide a detailed overview of the significant amendments to the UAE’s trademark fee structure and related procedures, following the issuance of Cabinet Resolution No. 102 of 2025 (modifying Cabinet Resolution No. 20 of 2020).
These extensive changes, which enter into force on...
Under the leadership of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, the Council of Ministers has approved the Geographical Indications Protection System.
This strategic move aims to safeguard national products, preserve their authenticity, and promote the Kingdom’s growing role in the field of intellectual property. The new system reflects the Kingdom’s commitment to supporting...
Kuwait has issued Decree-Law No. 147 of 2025, introducing updated provisions regarding the notarization and validity of powers of attorney.
The law stipulates that, except for commercial agencies and cases exempted by the Minister of Justice, powers of attorney shall not be notarized for five years unless a shorter period is agreed upon or the power of attorney ends for any reason....
The Saudi Ministry of Justice has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) to cooperate in publishing judicial rulings related to intellectual property. The agreement, concluded in Geneva in early November 2025, marks a key milestone in promoting transparency and expanding access to legal information in Saudi Arabia.
This...
On the morning of October 28, 2025, we were honored to welcome a delegation from Hansheng Law Offices, led by Lawyer Yuling Li, Director of the International Department and Senior Partner, and Lawyer Danran Li, Senior Partner. During the visit, both parties formally signed a Strategic Cooperation Agreement, marking the beginning of a closer collaboration in cross-border legal and...
We would like to inform you that the official fees for designating Türkiye in international trademark applications and renewals under the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Madrid Protocol have been revised.
In accordance with Article 8 (7) of the Madrid Protocol, the Government of Türkiye has officially notified WIPO of the updated individual fee amounts. These...









