Qatar Officially Launches Industrial Design Registration System

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) of Qatar has officially commenced accepting applications for the registration of Industrial Designs and Models, marking a major milestone in the country’s intellectual property development and aligning Qatar’s IP regime with international standards. This launch implements the provisions of Law No. 10 of 2020 […]

Yemen: New Filing Requirements for Class 5 Trademark Applications

The Trademark Office in Yemen (Aden) has introduced new procedural requirements for trademark applications in Class 5, which covers pharmaceuticals and medical supplies. Under the updated practice, applications in Class 5 will only be accepted if accompanied by an official declaration confirming that the trademark is being filed for protection purposes […]

Egypt: EGIPA Introduces Revised Official Fees for Patents, Plant Varieties, and Copyrights

The Egyptian Intellectual Property Authority (EGIPA) has issued Administrative Decisions Nos. 138/2025, 140/2025, and 141/2025, dated October 14, 2025, introducing a comprehensive revision to the official fees applicable to patents, plant varieties, and copyright matters. The new fee schedules include adjustments to existing charges and the introduction of new fees for […]