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Who’s Who Legal Recognizes Four PETOŠEVIĆ Practitioners

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FAQ on IP-Related Situation in Ukraine, Russia and Belarus

February

Tarik Prolaz Participates in AmCham Bosnia Webinar on Trademark Protection

Featured Resources

Montenegro Ratifies EPC, Amends Patent and Copyright Laws
Feb 2022 —
On December 29, 2021, Montenegro adopted the Law on Ratification of the Convention on the Grant of European Patents, commonly known as the European Patent Convention (EPC), as well as amendments to the Patent Law and the Law on Copyright and Related Rights.
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 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.
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.
Kosovo Adopts New Laws on Patents, Designs, Semiconductor Topographies
Mar 2022 —
The new patent and industrial design laws entered into force in Kosovo on February 4 and February 5, 2022, respectively, while the new law on the protection of semiconductor topographies entered into force on January 17, 2022.