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MoU with Japan to exchange of expertise in IP rights protection

On the sidelines of the meeting, Bin Touq witnessed the signing of a
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Ministry of
Economy and the Japan Patent Office (JPO).

The objective of this MoU is to establish a collaborative framework
between the UAE and Japan in the realm of intellectual property,
specifically focusing on patents, utility certificates, and industrial
designs.

The MoU was signed by Dr. Abdulrahman Hassan Al Muaini,
Assistant Under-Secretary for IP Rights Sector at the Ministry of

Economy, and Hamano Koichi, JPO Commissioner.

The MoU signifies a key milestone in the UAE's efforts to expand its
international cooperation and foster dialogue and collaboration with
relevant global organisations and institutions in the field of IP. It will
reinforce the UAE's position as a prominent hub for the new economy,

while also striving for excellence and competitiveness in innovation
and IP rights protection. These efforts align with the objectives
outlined in 'We the UAE 2031' vision.

Under the terms of the MoU, spanning a period of five years, both
sides will cooperate to share knowledge about intellectual property
systems and practices in line with international standards. Another

objective is combatting infringements on intellectual property rights of
commercial goods.

The partnership also includes training and developing nationals,
ensuring they stay well-informed about the latest technological
advancements and digital resources, thereby enhancing their

understanding of contemporary intellectual property practices.

The UAE has been actively working on strengthening its regional and
international cooperation in IP rights protection. This has been
accomplished through its participation in various international

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