Egypt has been recognised as one of the major volume markets in the region. With nearly one hundred million in total population, Egypt is considered the largest market in the Middle East and North Africa for many international and local traders and entities.

The expanding significance of the economic value of the local market requires establishing practical mechanisms for intellectual property (‘IP') rights, enforcement and protection. Whilst trademark rights represent a substantial focus for IP owners, many other aspects of IP rights also exist, such as copyright, patents, industrial designs, trade secrets and plant varieties. 

Al Tamimi & Company's IP team will publish a series of articles on Egyptian IP law and practice to provide more clarity on the current regime and legal platform, protection strategies, enforcement options and. most importantly. provide an update on recent developments. This series of articles is aimed at assisting international IP rights owners, such as multinational enterprises, regional and local entities, to become more familiar with the current system, find suitable ways to improve their protection strategies and understand their legal options to ensure continuity and proper protection of their rights.