by Hani Keyrouz | Aug 29, 2023 | Article
The Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP) recently advocated for the inclusion of Arabic language in WIPO’s Madrid and Hague systems. The recommendation was made by the SAIP’s CEO, Abdulaziz Al Suwailem at a WIPO meeting held in Geneva on 7 July 2023....
by Hani Keyrouz | Aug 29, 2023 | Article
CWB recently obtained a positive decision in Tunisia for a major fashion business, resulting in the final rejection of a ‘pirate’ trade mark application. Brand owners should be aware that opposition proceedings in Tunisia are fairly nuanced: oppositions are filed at...
by Hani Keyrouz | Aug 29, 2023 | Article
The Gulf Cooperation Council Patent Office (GCCPO) has officially started accepting patent applications for Qatar, starting from 1 July 2023. Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar’s applications are also handled through the GCCPO. The remaining GCC members, Oman, Saudi Arabia and...
by Hani Keyrouz | Aug 29, 2023 | Article
MIP’s IP Stars rankings were recently published, recognizing CWB offices and individuals for outstanding work. The IP Stars guide is published annually by Managing Intellectual Property (MIP), a well-respected publisher in the IP industry. CWB was ranked as follows:...
by Hani Keyrouz | Aug 29, 2023 | Article
CWB Group Partner and Head of Technology, Media and Entertainment Cameron Crawford recently participated in the Saudi Film Industry Deep Dive Forum hosted by the American Chamber of Commerce in Riyadh on 2 and 3 June 2023. The invite-only event gathered key Saudi and...
