H.E. Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al Thani, Qatar’s Minister of Commerce and Industry, concluded a series of bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (Davos 2026).
The engagements reflect Qatar’s ongoing efforts to accelerate economic diversification and deepen international cooperation across trade, investment, and industry, in line with the Third...
Patent activity in Morocco experienced significant growth in 2025, with 2,414 applications submitted, including 338 from local innovators—a 39% rise compared to 2024. Universities led the way, contributing 64% of domestic filings, followed by individual inventors (20%) and businesses (13%).
Life sciences dominated, with pharmaceuticals (27%), biotechnology (14%), and organic...
The UAE Trademark Office is now adopting the 13th edition of the Nice Classification. Hence, all new filings shall be according to the new edition.
The 13th edition introduces several significant amendments, including the introduction of new products and services, the reclassification of certain items from one class to another, and revisions to the wording of various goods and...
The European Patent Office (EPO) announced that it has officially discontinued the traditional Online Filing (eOLF) desktop software and adopted Online Filing 2.0 as its standard filing tool. As of 1 January 2026, all patent applications and related submissions must be filed exclusively through this web-based system.
Online Filing 2.0 operates entirely via an internet browser...
UAE government introduced the new Law 8 of 2025 on the Protection of New Plant Varieties protects breeders’ rights, promotes agricultural innovation, and enhances food and biosecurity. It replaces Federal Law No. 17 of 2009 and aligns national legislation with international standards set by the International Union for the Protection of New Varieties of Plants (UPOV).
The main...
The Algerian National Institute of Industrial Property (INAPI) has announced an increase in official fees for intellectual property services following amendments to the Algerian Finance Law published in the Official Gazette in December 2025.
The updated fee schedule applies to trademark, patent, and industrial design registrations, as well as related procedures. This change...
We are pleased to announce that Mr. Mohannad Al Kharouf, Managing Director of One World IP, and Mr. Nazeer Al Kharouf will be attending the 2026 AIPPI MidTerm Meeting, taking place from 5 – 6 February 2026 in Marrakech, Morocco.
They look forward to connecting with leading professionals in the intellectual property sector, engaging in insightful discussions, exchanging knowledge,...
This highlights the most significant procedural and strategic IP developments, reflecting the MENA region’s continued commitment to strengthening its intellectual property framework.
A table of the news is also provided below, where you can click on each item to view the full news.
Country / Region
Update
UAE
UAE Office Relocation – One World IP
UAE Launches First Digital...
We’re excited to announce that One World IP – UAE has moved to a new office location.
Please update your records with our new contact details:
Our New Office Address & Courier Address:
Office 1510, Churchill Executive Towers, Business Bay.
Dubai
Postal Address:
•P.O. Box: 415590 Dubai, UAE
Contact Information:
• Phone: +971 4 575 0038
• Email:...
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has entered into a contract with the Ministry of Intellectual Property of the Republic of Korea and the Korea Intellectual Property Strategy Agency (KIPSA) within the framework of the National Intellectual Property Strategy, with the objective of developing the intellectual property ecosystem and enhancing the innovation environment in the...









