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10/22/25, 9:02 AM Ministry of Economy and Tourism introduces trademark service fees
briefing was attended by H.E. Abdullah Ahmed Al Saleh, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Economy and
Tourism; and H.E. Dr. Abdulrahman Hassan Al Muaini, Assistant Undersecretary for the Intellectual
Property (IP) Sector at the Ministry.

H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, affirmed that the UAE, under the

guidance of its wise leadership, has made significant strides in developing a comprehensive legislative
and regulatory framework for intellectual property. H.E. noted that trademarks have received special
attention as a key pillar of this ecosystem, supported by the establishment of a competitive legislative
infrastructure that enables them to grow and flourish. This is particularly evident in the issuance of

Federal Decree-Law No. 36 of 2021 concerning Trademarks and its executive regulations, which
marked a major step forward in establishing an advanced and secure business environment that
supports and develops trademarks in the country in line with international best practices.

H.E. Bin Touq added: “The Cabinet’s decision on the fees for trademark services provided by the
Ministry represents an important step in enhancing the UAE’s attractiveness to international investors,

attracting global companies, and supporting SME owners and People of Determination. It aims to help
them grow, improve the quality of services offered to customers, and expedite procedures, thereby
facilitating the registration and follow-up of trademarks. This decision is also part of the UAE’s ongoing

efforts to develop and strengthen the intellectual property sector in line with highest global standards.”

Substantial growth in trademark registrations

H.E. pointed out that the Ministry of Economy and Tourism registered 19,957 national and international
trademarks during the first half of this year, representing a 129 per cent growth compared to 8,711
trademarks registered in the first half of 2024, reflecting the notable growth in trademark registrations
within UAE markets.

National initiatives to boost competitiveness of trademarks

H.E. Al Saleh said: “The Ministry has consistently launched numerous national initiatives for intellectual
property and trademarks, in close cooperation with government and private entities at both the local and
international levels. This reflects its vision of the vital role of this sector in enhancing the growth and

competitiveness of the national economy and accelerating the transition to a knowledge- and
innovation-based economic model.”

The Undersecretary added: “Among the most prominent of these initiatives is the establishment of the
Geographical Indications (GI) system for national products, the first federal initiative of its kind designed
to protect local products with unique features and characteristics originating from specific geographical

regions in the UAE. The UAE also became a party to the Madrid Protocol in 2021, enabling SME owners
to register their trademarks locally and expand internationally. Additionally, the Ministry launched the
‘One Day TM Initiative,’ which accelerates trademark registration processes and facilitates the digital
transformation of services. Other notable initiatives include the launch of the ‘Beyond 71’ forum to

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