The Islamic Republic of Pakistan Joins the Madrid System

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On February 24, 2021, the Government of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan deposited its instrument of accession to the Madrid Protocol with WIPO’s Director General, making it the 108th member of the Madrid System, which now covers 124 countries. The Protocol will enter into force for the Islamic Republic of Pakistan on May 24, 2021. Starting May 24, 2021,…

TRADEMARK SEARCH IN TURKEY

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Before #trademark application in Turkey, you should check that your trademark has not been #previously registered by another person or company, or is too #similar to any other #registered trademark. You should also have a #search to determine whether your trademark is #distinctive or not. According to #IP Code No. #6769; ARTICLE 5- (1) The following signs set out below shall not be registered as a trademark: b) Signs…