INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS IN SOMALILAND
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In Somaliland, the trademark rights are obtained by publishing a cautionary notice. Such publication gives the trademark owner an exclusive right to use the said trademark in Somaliland.
The publication of the cautionary notice requires two things, including a clear copy of the representation of the proposed trademark and the name and address of the proprietor of the proposed trademark.
Additionally, the trademark owner has the right to preclude third parties from using his or her trademark or any other similar or identical mark.
If there is any infringement of the published trademark, the trademark owner can initiate legal proceedings against unauthorized use.
As of now, Somaliland has no legislation corresponding to patent protection. The country's stability has been widely acknowledged; however, it still hasn't received formal recognition from the international communities.
As of now, Somaliland has no legislation corresponding to the registration of industrial designs. The country's stability has been widely acknowledged; however, it still hasn't received formal recognition from the international communities.
As of now, Somaliland has no legislation corresponding to copyright protection. The country's stability has been widely acknowledged; however, it still hasn't received formal recognition from the international communities.