Libyan and Lebanese IPOs Resume Operations

Libyan and Lebanese IPOs Resume Operations

Libya After temporarily closing in November 2022 for internal reorganization purposes, Libya’s Trade Mark Office resumed operations on May 28, 2023. The Trade Mark Office, additionally,  implemented a new practice – trade mark applicants are now required to...
Oman Decreases Official Fees

Oman Decreases Official Fees

The Omani Intellectual Property Office (IPO), forming part of the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, has decreased trade mark publication fees in Oman. The Trade Mark Office has reduced publication fees to US$130. This reduction applies to the...
UAE in the Madrid System: What to Look Out For

UAE in the Madrid System: What to Look Out For

The Madrid Protocol’s entry into force in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on December 28, 2021 was welcomed by both international and local businesses. When filing through Madrid in the UAE, brand owners do still need to be aware of local trade mark considerations,...