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development of new policies and systems in the field of IP rights protection. Ultimately, it
will contribute to the economic growth and sustainable development of both economies.

The MoU was signed by H.E. Dr Abdulrahman Hassan Al Muaini, Assistant

Undersecretary for Intellectual Property Sector at the Ministry of Economy; and Kathi
Vidal, Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the United

States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), in the presence of H.E. Abdulla Bin Touq Al
Marri, Minister of Economy.

Under the terms of the agreement, the two sides will initiate a 5-year partnership to

support and enable American creators and innovators who possess U.S. patents to have
their patents registered in the UAE, provided they meet the set criteria.

H.E. Bin Touq said: “The UAE has placed great emphasis on cultivating a highly conducive

environment that fosters creative ideas and works. The country has effectively
implemented an integrated framework of laws and regulations concerning IP rights in line

with global best practices. We recognize that intellectual property is a cornerstone of the

nation’s sustainable development, in line with the goals outlined in the ‘We the UAE 2031’
vision.”

H.E. also underlined the importance of the latest partnership with USPTO, which marks a

significant milestone in enhancing the facilities and incentives offered to the private sector.
This will contribute to attracting creators of ideas, innovators, and creative minds, and

motivating them to establish and maintain their own businesses and fully capitalize on the
opportunities offered by the UAE’s business environment. Talented individuals who own

patents from the United States will be able to benefit from a streamlined process to swiftly
obtain patents from the UAE Ministry of Economy, ensuring their protection from any

potential infringement.

UAE’s advanced legislative & technological ecosystem that fosters innovation

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