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Letters of consent may, in certain circumstances, be an effective means for overcoming a refusal of a trade mark application that has been refused on relative grounds.

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) offers immense opportunities for foreign businesses, thanks to its strategic location, abundant natural resources...

Having a website is essential for any business wishing to have an online presence. In doing so, brand owners are well advised to take control of their domain name management.

Pursuant to their statutory authority and in accordance with the provisions specified in paragraph (2) of Article 5 of the regulations of the Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property, ...

As the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia ("KSA") enters a period of unprecedented ambition and transformation as it aims to become a more diversified economy, the country's legal framework is also rapidly adapting...

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has become a new beacon in the Gulf region as a franchise destination, owing to a strong economic expansion, youthful and wealthy populace and bold transformations under Vision 2030.

Saudi Arabia's law is based on Sharia and managed by a variety of ministries and government organizations.

We can confirm that enforcement actions do take place, though much depends on the rights the client has in the country.

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There have been a number of recent developments in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as part of a broader drive to promote the intellectual property landscape and offer increased protection of intellectual property rights.

The legal framework for the registration and enforcement of security interests over intellectual property ("IP") rights in onshore UAE is covered by a combination...

Shariah law underpins the legal framework of the Kingdom. Shariah law is a set of principles derived from the Quran, the Hadith (sayings of the Prophet Mohammed) and the works of jurists and scholars.

We are delighted to announce that, with effect from 1 March 2015, our office in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is operating as a fully integrated Clyde & Co office.

The Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP) announced the issuance of the statistical report on intellectual property information for the year 2021,...

Hamad Abdallah examines a critical procedural gap in Saudi trademark practice where successful opposition outcomes before SAIP may not conclude disputes. The analysis reveals how judicial challenges can persist after registration, creating risks for trademark owners unaware of ongoing proceedings and outlining practical monitoring strategies to safeguard intellectual property rights.

Saudi Arabia's accession to the Madrid Protocol creates new opportunities for international and Saudi-based trademark owners to manage their intellectual property portfolios more efficiently. This development raises important questions about filing strategies, cost implications, and practical considerations for businesses seeking trademark protection in the Kingdom and abroad.

Trademark assignments, however, will be subject to an increase in official fees.

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has introduced two pivotal laws on September 17, 2024, reshaping the legal landscape for all entities operating and aiming to operate within the KSA market.