The unique and captivating allure of scents has long been a cornerstone of the perfume industry. Beyond their aesthetic and sensory appeal, scents raise intriguing questions within the legal framework of intellectual property: Can a scent, particularly the fragrance of a perfume, be trademarked?

The Madrid Protocol is an international system for obtaining trademark protection in a number of countries and/or regions using a single application.

As Saudi Arabia prepares to join the Madrid Protocol[, this effort is in harmony with the International Trademark Registration Regulations outlined in the Protocol.

The Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP) is preparing to roll out a new electronic enforcement system known as “Tahaqaq”, marking what could become one of the more substantial procedural developments...

In further efforts to boost tourism in the Country, Saudi Arabia has initiated 10 new policies aimed at expanding the tourism sector and protecting tourists...

Dubai International Finance Centre, DIFC, is the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, with more than 25,600 professionals working across over...

This PPH Pilot Program commenced on 12 September 2023 for a period of 2 years and will end on 11 September 2025.

Saudi Arabia has made significant progress in the enforcement of intellectual property rights, according to a global index. The country is ranked second in the Middle East and North Africa region and 26th out of 63 countries worldwide.

Egypt launched its National Strategy for Intellectual Property on September 21, 2022, in an official ceremony organized under the auspices of President El-Sisi, and inaugurated in the presence of Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly.

An emerging concern is taking place in Gulf countries in response to the world's climate change issue.

As part of its ongoing economic diversification efforts under Bahrain Vision 2030, the Kingdom continues to promote innovation and safeguard intellectual property (IP) rights...

In a session with local IP agents on December 25, 2023, the UAE Patent Office announced forthcoming regulations on patents in the UAE.

The Individual fee that is payable when Pakistan is a designated country to an international Madrid application has been changed by the Director General of the World Intellectual Property Organization.

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, ...

The fashion industry is a dynamic and ever-evolving sector that reflects creativity, innovation, and cultural identity.

Governments and businesses across the Middle East are recognising the importance of riding the new wave of disruptive innovations that corresponds with the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Social media has changed the way businesses operate worldwide, and Jordan is no different. Platforms like Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Snapchat have become essential tools for small businesses...

The Trademarks and Copyright Works Department of the Ministry of Economy circulated that the Official Trademark Gazette will be published bimonthly. This came into force as of 15 June 2021.

The UAE has issued Federal Law no. 11 of 2021 ("the Law") concerning the regulation and protection of Industrial Property Rights. The Law revoked the ("former Law") No. 17 of 2002...

After more than 20 years of operations and dealing with the GCC patent applications, the Supreme Council of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf in its 41st session held in January 5, 2021, approved set of amendments ...