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a premier global center for creativity and innovation. This aligns with the 'We the UAE 2031' vision
to position the country as a global hub for the new economy and a thriving society by the next

decade,” Al Saleh said.

His Excellency said: “The MoU marks a significant milestone in our efforts to strengthen the

comprehensive protection of intellectual property applications and creative works in the UAE.
Through our collaboration with La Liga, we aim to establish frameworks for blocking websites that

infringe upon intellectual property rights in the country, aligning with the best global practices. It

also focuses on strengthening the UAE’s collaborations in combating intellectual property
infringements and supporting global initiatives in this field. Additionally, this new project will

bolster the Ministry’s ‘InstaBlock’ initiative, which was launched in February as part of its new

intellectual property system initiatives.”

Javier Tebas, President of LA Liga, said: "It is a historic act because we are at a moment where
intellectual property in the sports industry is completely threatened. We have more than 10 years

of experience in this fight around the world, which is why we know that this agreement is unique.

This agreement is an example of how public and private authorities can understand each other

and create collaborative spaces against audiovisual fraud. We are seeing with the latest

resolutions that we can fight piracy with technology. The Emirates is an example to follow, a

pioneer in the world and unique in this activity.

We know that we will not only defend LALIGA but also many other sports and audiovisual

properties. We must defend this industry that belongs to everyone."

Abdullah Balhoul, CEO of TECOM Group, said: “Protecting intellectual property is one of the key

pillars in advancing a knowledge-based economy. The UAE and Dubai have been pivotal in this

effort, utilizing their status as global hubs for creativity. Through specialized business districts like

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