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7/3/25, 8:27 AM Ministry of Economy and Emirates Intellectual Property Association launch training programme to accredit trademark registration age…
programme for UAE trademark agents. The initiative aims to equip participants with the technical and
legal expertise required to earn certification, in line with Ministerial Decision No. 90 of 2024,
which regulates trademark agent accreditation in the UAE.

The memorandum was signed by H.E. Abdullah Ahmed Al Saleh, Undersecretary of the Ministry of

Economy; and H.E. Major General Dr Abdulqadoos Abdulrazak Al Obaidli, Assistant Commander-in-
Chief for Excellence and Leadership at Dubai Police and Chairman of the Emirates Intellectual Property
Association, in the presence of H.E. Dr Abdulrahman Hassan Al Muaini, Assistant Undersecretary for the
Intellectual Property Sector at the Ministry of Economy.

H.E. Abdullah Al Saleh, said: “The Ministry of Economy remains committed to advancing the regulatory
and legislative frameworks that govern intellectual property, a key sector driving the UAE’s economic
growth and competitiveness. Our collaboration with the Emirates Intellectual Property Association marks
a significant step in strengthening the proficiency of UAE trademark agents. This initiative aims to
increase their presence numbers in line with the best global practices and streamline registration

processes to deliver exceptional service to trademark owners.”

H.E. Major General Dr. Abdulqadoos Al Obaidli, Chairman of the Emirates Intellectual Property
Association, said: “We are proud to partner with the Ministry of Economy to launch an advanced training
program that supports the government’s efforts to develop skilled national IP professionals. The

program, offered through our KHDA-accredited Dahai Khalfan Intellectual Property Centre and in
collaboration with World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), guarantees world-class training
standards. We have engaged leading IP experts and legal specialists to ensure participants receive
comprehensive, practice-oriented knowledge.”

H.E. added: “The program addresses critical trademark topics including domestic and international

regulations, the Madrid Protocol, registration processes, disputes, renewals, and mock official exams.
This joint initiative reflects our shared commitment to equipping legal professionals with evolving
trademark legislation and technical advancements, while bolstering the UAE's innovation ecosystem

and global competitiveness.”

The UAE's trademark sector continues to demonstrate robust growth, with 385,774 national and
international trademarks registered as of May 2025, alongside 388 accredited agents. These figures
underscore the UAE's position as a premier global trademark hub and a magnet for innovation-driven
enterprises.

Under the MoU, the Ministry of Economy will provide technical support and oversee trademark agent

accreditation exams, while the Emirates Intellectual Property Association will deliver specialized training
aligned with ministerial regulations. Together, they will equip participants with comprehensive
knowledge of commercial registration procedures, ensuring adherence to the highest professional and

ethical standards.

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