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7/28/25, 2:04 PM UAE and United States sign Statement of Intent to launch joint patent grant programme to enhance the efficiency of industrial prope…
procedures in the UAE. The agreement was formalised on the sidelines of the 66th series of meetings of
the Assemblies of the Member States of WIPO, held in Geneva.

His Excellency Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, highlighted that the
agreement reflects the UAE’s commitment to enhancing the competitiveness of its intellectual property

(IP) system by embracing international best practices, particularly in the field of industrial property and
patent registration systems. It delivers flexible and effective services that foster innovation, support
entrepreneurship, and reinforce the UAE’s position as a regional IP rights protection hub.

H.E. noted that the partnership with the American side marks a new milestone in accelerating patent

grants by fostering international collaboration and adopting advanced operational models. The initiative
ensures faster and more effective protection for inventors and entrepreneurs, thereby creating a
stimulating environment for innovation and investment in knowledge-based and technological sectors,
and preparing the UAE for a future economy driven by creativity.

Under the terms of the Statement of Intent, the programme will establish cooperation mechanisms to

recognise positive examination results issued by the United States Patent and Trademark Office for
corresponding UAE patent applications that comply with national laws. The collaboration forms part of
the Ministry’s efforts to enhance the industrial property ecosystem, improve procedural efficiency, and
provide flexible, high-quality services to inventors in support of the country’s business environment.

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