Lebanon’s Intellectual Property Office

As per the directive of Lebanon’s Ministry of Commerce, all members and affiliate unions have initiated a strike effective from February 1, 2023. Consequently, Lebanon’s Intellectual Property (IP) Office has also joined the strike, suspending its operations until further notice. As a result of this industrial action, the IP Office will […]

UAE: Updated Protocols for the Renewal of Trademarks

The United Arab Emirates Trademark Office has recently implemented a novel procedure that permits the renewal of trademark applications without the obligatory submission of a legalized Power of Attorney (POA). This innovative approach is designed to alleviate the procedural demands associated with trademark renewal in the UAE. Prior to this development, […]

Clean Sweep: Seizure of 115,000 Counterfeit Shampoo Products in Dubai

Counterfeit products have become increasingly prevalent in today’s world, and even the humble shampoo has fallen victim to the deceitful tricks of counterfeiters. While authentic shampoos are true hair care heroes, counterfeit versions are just the opposite. One could be slathering their locks with dubious low-quality ingredients, which are unfriendly and […]