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2/24/25, 9:30 AM UAE introduces 'Green Intellectual Property' roadmap
Abdulla Ahmed Al Saleh, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Economy, highlighted

the importance of sustainability and environmental conservation. The UAE’s

progress has been built upon the principles and foundations of sustainability,

which have also reinforced its regional and global leadership in adopting eco-

friendly initiatives and solutions.

Al Saleh stressed that the Ministry of Economy remains committed to supporting

national projects to foster sustainable growth across various economic sectors, in

line with the UAE’s vision to develop a sustainable and well-balanced economy.

The Undersecretary also added that, “The new roadmap for Green IP aims to

promote the adoption of leading digital solutions and advanced technology by

individuals, organizations, and companies to produce sustainable products and

services that contribute to environmental conservation. Following this roadmap,

we are keen to forge new partnerships with the academia and research centers to

integrate IP into sustainable innovations and protect the rights of eco-friendly

projects and innovations. This roadmap plays a vital role in fostering innovation

and creativity in sustainable sectors, bolstering the UAE’s competitiveness and

elevating its standing in key global indicators, particularly in the Global Innovation

Index (GII), where the UAE consistently maintains its regional and international

prominence year after year.”

Furthermore, Al Saleh highlighted the new roadmap’s key objectives such as the

introduction of a program aimed at accelerating the registration of patents related

to sustainable technologies and eco-friendly innovations.

It will also strengthen the legal frameworks for protecting patents related to

environmental sustainability, particularly given the continued growth in the number

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