emirates7 - The Ministry of Economy and Tourism has formalized two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with the Spanish Patent and Trademark Office and the Moroccan Industrial and Commercial Property Office to enhance collaboration in developing the UAE’s intellectual property (IP) framework in accordance with global best practices.

The MoUs were signed in the presence of Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, during the UAE delegation’s participation in the 66th Series of Meetings of the Assemblies of the Member States of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in Geneva.

These agreements focus on key strategic areas such as digital transformation, talent development, and closer cooperation in industrial property and patent registration. They also aim to leverage cutting-edge technologies, including artificial intelligence, to improve patent search and classification processes.

Minister bin Touq reaffirmed the UAE’s dedication to building a robust and integrated IP system and strengthening international partnerships. He emphasized that the cooperation with Spain and Morocco marks an important step in sharing technical expertise, simplifying registration procedures, and aligning with modern compliance standards.