The UAE has joined the Locarno Agreement on Industrial Designs, which establishes a unified international classification system for industrial designs across WIPO member states.
The UAE deposited its instrument of accession on 6 July 2026, and the treaty will officially enter into force in the UAE on 6 October 2026.
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Trade mark applicants may obtain fee‑free extensions for submitting legalised powers of attorney, with monthly extensions beyond the initial 90‑day deadline.
The article suggests immediate steps to protect IP amidst supply chain disruptions and shifting trade routes caused by regional geopolitical instability.
The new law strengthens breeder’s rights while aligning with both the national legislation and international standards.
As of 27 January 2026, all trade mark applications must comply with the revised list of goods and services.
Following a prolonged suspension, Gaza’s Trade Mark Office has restarted key trade mark filing, renewal, and recordal services.
Trade mark opposition settlements in Saudi Arabia require careful planning due to strict specification amendment rules.
SAIP began accepting GI applications on 28 May 2026, with formal examination to commence once the official fee structure is published.
Trade Mark and Patent Offices will remain closed from 13 July 2026, and will reopen on 19 July 2026.
For the first time, Kazakhstan’s new Constitution explicitly guarantees intellectual property protection, effective 1 July 2026.
The new Code introduces major reforms to the country's IP framework, including trade marks, patents, and industrial designs.
The reforms to IP regulations cover official patent fees, trade mark licencing rules, and termination procedures.
If adopted, these reforms would mark the most significant modernisation of the country’s IP framework in decades.
