MYANMAR: TRADEMARK REGISTRATIONS NOW POSSIBLE
Up until now, trademark protection in Myanmar was limited to common law protection resulting from recording a Declaration of Ownership at the Office of Registration of Deeds, and publications of Cautionary Notices in local newspapers. However, beginning at the end of December, the Trademark Office of Myanmar will begin accepting trademark applications.
Initially, the Trademark Office will only accept applications from those with currently recorded Declarations of Ownership. This will allow existing owners to ensure their rights are given priority of protection over newcomers to the system. Existing registrants will need to re-file by submitting a Power of Attorney as well as the relevant application forms. The Power of Attorney will need to be legalized by the Consulate of Myanmar. Registrations will be valid for terms of ten years, with renewals available for additional ten-year terms.
Whether you are a current trademark owner or new to doing business in Myanmar, we strongly suggest filing a trademark application for your mark as soon as possible after the December launch.
BRAZIL AND MALAYSIA JOIN THE MADRID PROTOCOL
It is now possible to extend an International Trademark Registration to Brazil as of October 2, 2019.
Additionally, Malaysia will join the Madrid System as of December 27, 2019, which now covers 122 countries.
Protection of your trademark registration through the Madrid System is a cost-effective way to ensure your valuable IP rights are protected across the globe.
QUESTIONS?
If you are interested in international trademark protection in Brazil, Malaysia, Myanmar, or any other jurisdiction, please contact us at dstewart@gtilaw.com, and we can provide you with any information and fixed fee quotations you need to move forward in protecting your valuable intellectual property rights.
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