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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.