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Unitary Patent Package: What to Expect?
Sep 2022 —
The ‘unitary patent package’ comprising the Unitary Patent (UP) and the Unified Patent Court (UPC) is expected to become a reality by early 2023.
New Law on Trade Secrets Enters into Force in Kosovo
Jul 2022 —
Kosovo’s new Law on the Protection of Trade Secrets, which entered into force on June 14, 2022, is largely harmonized with the Directive (EU) 2016/943 on the protection of undisclosed know-how and business information (trade secrets) against their unlawful acquisition, use and disclosure.
Uzbekistan Introduces Monetary Fines for IPR Infringement
Mar 2022 —
On February 3, 2022, Uzbekistan adopted amendments to the Law on Trademarks, Service Marks and Appellations of Origin; the Law on Company Names; and the Law on Inventions, Utility Models and Industrial Designs.
Kazakhstan Amends Several IP Laws, Introduces GI Protection
Jul 2022 —
On June 20, 2022, Kazakhstan adopted a set of amendments to several intellectual property laws introducing significant changes in the IP field, including the introduction of GI protection. The amendments will enter into force on August 21, 2022.
Uzbekistan Adopts Resolution Aiming to Improve its IP Protection System
May 2022 —
On April 26, 2022, Uzbekistan adopted the Resolution No. 221 introducing numerous changes and improvements in the field of intellectual property, to be implemented between 2022 and 2026.