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,…

EXPLAINING THE SYSTEM BRIEFLY REGARDING THE INTERNATIONAL REGISTRATION IN TURKEY

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When Turkey is designated in an international registration, the Trademarks Department of the TURK PATENT carries out an examination, which consists of examination for absolute grounds for refusal and also ex-officio examination for prior rights. If an IR is partially or totally refused by TURKPATENT, then the cited provisional refusal is notified to WIPO but…