Category: Intellectual Property Rights

Vietnam’s IP landscape continues to mature — and this latest piece from the Intellectual Property Journal outlines how businesses can transform creative ideas into measurable, financeable assets. By leveraging public IP data, applying valuation standards, and building sound legal frameworks, companies can shift from holding “paper rights” to managing strategic, income-generating assets. Key insights include:...

The Qatari Trademark Office has issued a new circular mandating full compliance with the 11th Edition of the Nice Classification for all trademark applications. Under the updated rule, broad class headings or generic terms such as “all goods/services within class” will no longer be accepted. Applicants must now provide specific, itemized descriptions of goods and...

📍 Dar es Salaam | Effective 1 December 2025 The Fair Competition Commission (FCC) of Tanzania has announced a new mandatory trademark rights recordation system for all goods imported into Mainland Tanzania, effective 1 December 2025. Established under Section 11A of the Merchandise Marks Act, 1963 and the Merchandise Marks (Recordation) Regulations, 2025, this system...

With utmost respect and loyalty, Exy Intellectual Property conveys our heartfelt salutations and congratulations to Duli Yang Maha Mulia Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah Al-Haj, Sultan and Ruler of the State of Selangor Darul Ehsan. We pray that His Royal Highness is continually blessed with good health, peace, and wisdom in leading the state and safeguarding...

Exy Intellectual Property is pleased to share that we participated in Business of IP Asia (BIP Asia), a leading international conference focused on the commercialisation and strategic use of intellectual property. The event gathered IP professionals, innovators, and business decision-makers to discuss emerging trends, best practices, and the evolving role of IP in driving sustainable...

The Lebanon IP Office has simplified its trademark assignment process, reverting to a more streamlined approach that no longer requires the submission of the original trademark registration certificate for ownership transfer. Required documents are now limited to: Impact: Why This Matters: 🔹 Stay updated with Exy IP for key IP developments across the Middle East...

The Industrial Property Office of Ghana has reiterated the mandatory compliance requirements for Powers of Attorney (POA) under: Mandatory Requirements: Impact: Why It Matters: Stay updated with Exy IP for key IP reforms and compliance insights across Africa and beyond. #ExyIP #ExyIntellectualProperty #IPUpdate #IntellectualProperty #TrademarkLaw #IPknowledge

Registered Proprietor : Chew Sue Fang , Wong Shi Tao                                                           Application Number : TM2022016746                                                                                                           Class : 43                                                                                                                                                         Filing Date : 05 July 2022                                                                                                                        Legal Status : Registered                                                                                                                                  Renewal Date : 05 July 2032                                                                                                                   Applicant Address : 11, Jalan 15, Taman Desa Jaya, Kepong Kuala Lumpur 52100 Malaysia Agent : Exy Ip Plt, Lot 2928 & 2929, Jalan Pjs 3/1, Bandar...

September 2025 Edition , summarizing the latest: Impact:✅ Keeps stakeholders informed on evolving IP enforcement trends✅ Provides a timely reference for businesses filing or operating in China✅ Supports better compliance and strategic brand management Why this matters:These developments reflect China’s continued refinement of IP protection mechanisms — enhancing awareness, strengthening enforcement, and supporting alignment with...

On August 19, 2025, Nepal’s Department of Industry (DoI) issued a public notice setting specific deadlines for trademark applicants and registrants to comply with filing and proof of use requirements. However, on September 24, 2025, the DoI suspended the earlier notice, effective immediately and until further notice. Impact: Why This Matters: 🔹 Stay informed with...