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Myanmar – Patent and Utility Model applications can now be filed
Myanmar’s long-awaited Patent Law 2019 is now fully in effect, with the Intellectual Property Department officially accepting new patent and utility model applications from 31 October 2024. This marks a significant shift from the outdated “cautionary notice” system to a more comprehensive patent protection framework.
Myanmar – New patent law finally in force
Myanmar’s long-awaited Patent Law 2019 came into effect on 31 May 2024. While the Patent Registry has not yet confirmed the application process, inventors should start preparing their filings to take advantage of the new protections.
Myanmar – Design and Copyright Laws
The Industrial Design Law and Copyright Law, which were both enacted in 2019, finally came into force on 31 October 2023. This development follows the coming into effect of a new Trade Mark Law earlier this year and the Grand Opening of the Intellectual Property Office on 26 April 2023.
Myanmar – Announcement of Grand Opening Date of Intellectual Property Office
There have been further developments regarding the Trade Mark Office in Myanmar; please refer to the details in our article.