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Press Release

UAE participates in 65th Session of WIPO reviewing its efforts in
building a competitive intellectual property protection system

MoU signed with Japan to promote cooperation and exchange of experiences in
intellectual property applications

Abu Dhabi, 10 July 2024:

H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, led the UAE delegation participating in
the 65th session of the Assemblies of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
member states, which began at the Organization's headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, and runs
until July 17.

H.E. Bin Touq confirmed that the UAE, in line with its wise leadership’s vision, continues to
develop its intellectual property (IP) sector in accordance with global best practices, considering it
a fundamental pillar in promoting the national economy’s growth. As a result, the UAE provides
an incubating environment for IP, innovation and patent activities in accordance with global best
practices, in addition to enablers and facilities that support the growth of knowledge-based
enterprises, innovation and R&D.

In his speech at the session, H.E. Bin Touq reviewed key developments in the UAE’s IP landscape
and achievements in IP rights protection. The country has succeeded in building a comprehensive
and sophisticated legislative environment to protect IP rights of creators and innovators and
stimulate original thought and innovation in all fields. Also notable is the promulgation of an array
of supportive legislation such as the Trademark Law, the Copyright and Neighboring Rights Law
and the Industrial Property Rights Regulation and Protection Law and building distinct partnerships
with leading IP institutions and ecosystem stakeholders at the local, regional and global levels.

H.E. emphasized that national efforts and joint work to launch more initiatives and pilot projects
that enhance the UAE's position as an incubator that fosters creative and innovative businesses are
continuing. The Ministry of Economy is currently working on the implementation of its new IP

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