22 August 2016
We are happy to confirm that Mr. Hadi El-Duweini will be representing both Bureau Joseph International and Bureau Joseph Canada at this year’s AIPPI World Congress in Milan, Italy. Contact us now to book a meeting.
Year: 2016
Two New External Offices for WIPO
22 August 2016
ALGIERS, ABUJA – Algeria and Nigeria have been selected by the African Region of WIPO to host two new African external offices, representing North Africa and sub-Saharan Africa respectively.
Updated Requirements for Class 5 Filings in Iraq
14 August 2016
BAGHDAD – The Iraqi Trademark Office has introduced new requirements for trademark applications in Class 5.
Please contact us for more information.
New Infringement Complaint Submission System for Trademarks in UAE
7 August 2016
DUABI – A new system is being introduced by the United Arab Emirates government, which will allow for the submission of trademark infringement complaints directly online. This service will also allow users to follow the progress of their cases until a final decision is rendered.
Increased Official Fees in Syria
1 August 2016
DAMASCUS – Please note that the official fees in Syria for both patent applications as well as trademark publications have been increased.
Contact us to find out why this will not affect you.
New Website Launch for Bureau Joseph
It is with great pleasure that we announce the launch of the new and improved www.bureaujoseph.com
New Trademark Provisions in Kuwait
KUWAIT CITY – Kuwaiti officials have issued a Ministerial Decree, effective December 28, 2015, facilitating and harmonizing Trademark laws and regulations in GCC countries. Please contact us for further information.
Updates on Patent Procedures in Qatar
DOHA – The Ministry of Trade and Commerce has issued a statement of new procedures for patent registrations.
– Accepted patent applications will now be published in the following month’s issue of the IP Journal. Applicants need to inform themselves in order to pay the advertisement fees in due time.
– Following the 2-month opposition period, and barring any opposition being raised, applicants must present copies of the patent along with the granting fees, in order for the patent to be issued.
– Publication and registration fees must be paid on time to avoid delay of issuance of letters patent.
New Verification System for Trademarks in Egypt
CAIRO – In order to counteract increasing trademark infringement in Egypt, the Ministry of Supply and Internal Trade has launched an app that will help consumers instantly verify the authenticity of a given product. The verification, sent by text message, will include the product’s name and, if applicable, its expiry date.
The new verification system is on a voluntary basis for the time being but may become mandatory for companies in future.
Meet us in Orlando
We are happy to confirm that Mr. Hadi El-Duweini will be representing both Bureau Joseph International and Bureau Joseph Canada at this year’s INTA conference in Orlando, Florida. Contact us now to book a meeting.