After nearly two decades of negotiations, the Riyadh Design Law Treaty has been adopted, marking a significant milestone for Saudi Arabia’s intellectual property landscape.

This landmark event solidifies the Kingdom’s position as an IP hub, reflecting the rapid reforms in this area since the establishment of the Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP) in 2018.

The adoption of the Design Law Treaty is a testament to the prioritisation, support, and enablement of IP protection, management, and enforcement in the Vision 2030 era.

This treaty is anticipated to be a game-changer in the legal landscape governing the protection of designs, as it has been negotiated with a designer-centric view.

One of the key provisions of the treaty is the softened approach to statutory deadlines, which is often one of the main risks IP right holders need to grapple with.

Additionally, the treaty simplifies requirements and registration procedures, further streamlining the process for designers and IP holders.

The successful adoption of the Riyadh Design Law Treaty is a result of the hard work and dedication of the SAIP and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) teams, who have been instrumental in bringing this achievement to fruition.

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