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Aug 26, 2026

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UAE Broadens Its Framework for Music Copyright Administration

The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism (MOET) has formally introduced new music licensing fees for businesses that use...

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Aug 24, 2026

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China’s New Trademark Law: The 2026 Comprehensive Overhaul

On June 26, 2026, China’s top legislature officially adopted a sweeping revision of the PRC Trademark Law, expanding the...

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Aug 10, 2026

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Kingdom of Bahrain Officially Joins Locarno Agreement to Standardize Industrial Design Classification

The Kingdom of Bahrain has taken a decisive step toward harmonizing its intellectual property ecosystem with global stan...

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Aug 5, 2026

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Middle East IP Updates 2026: Major Reforms Across Saudi Arabia, UAE, Iraq & Palestine

Middle East IP Updates 2026: Major Reforms Across Saudi Arabia, UAE, Iraq & Palestine Intellectual property administrati...

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Jul 23, 2026

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UAE Joins Locarno Agreement: What It Means for Industrial Design Protection

The UAE Locarno Agreement accession marks a key step in aligning the country's IP framework with global best practices....

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Jul 23, 2026

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Saudi Arabia Overhauls Copyright Law Ahead of August 2026 Start

Saudi Arabia’s new Copyright Law, effective August 2026, marks a major shift toward a digitally aligned IP framework. In...

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Jul 6, 2026

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Saudi Arabia Introduces Tahaqaq Platform to Digitize Trademark Customs Enforcement

RIYADH. Saudi Arabia has introduced a new digital platform for trademark enforcement at its borders. The platform, calle...

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May 28, 2026

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Libya Relaunches Online Trademark Publication System: Act Before the Deadline

Libya has resumed online trademark publication through its official portal, making around 500 trademarks available for p...

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Apr 7, 2026

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Qatar Issues Clarification on Classes Under Nice Classification

Qatar confirms all 45 Nice Classification classes are now available for trademark registration, including Class 33, crea...

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