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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.

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.”

He 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% growth compared to
8,711 trademarks registered in the first half of 2024, reflecting the notable growth in trademark

registrations within UAE markets.

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.”

He 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 empower local trademarks through

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