Dubai: Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Emirates Intellectual Property Association (EIPA) to strengthen relations and expand the horizons of bilateral cooperation in the field of intellectual property. The agreement focuses on coordinating efforts to organise a series of initiatives and events to raise awareness about the importance of intellectual property.
According to Emirates News Agency, this MoU reflects the commitment of both parties to support the knowledge economy and promote the concepts and foundations of intellectual property protection, thereby raising legal and cultural awareness across community members.
It also underscores their commitment to achieve the UAE's vision and ambitions by sharing best practices and experiences in intellectual property, enabling them to organise a series of educational and training workshops, participate in various annual programmes and activities dedicated to disseminating knowledge and awareness in this field, and leverage available resources and logistical capabilities to support the intellectual property protection system.
Additionally, it involves exchanging publications, summaries, knowledge videos, and periodicals, as well as encouraging the publication of scientific and cultural research and studies related to this field.
Hala Badri, Director General of Dubai Culture, affirmed the Authority's pivotal role in fostering innovation and creativity and providing comprehensive intellectual property protection rights for professionals, creatives, innovators, and entrepreneurs in the UAE. She highlighted the dynamic cultural movement in the country and the importance of intellectual property rights in making the UAE an ideal place to live, work, and thrive.
Major General Dr. Abdul Quddoos Abdul Razzaq Al Obaidly, Chairman of the Emirates Intellectual Property Association (EIPA), expressed his pride in the strategic partnership with Dubai Culture, emphasizing the joint efforts in serving creativity and supporting creators. He stated that the partnership is crucial for promoting intellectual property principles and supporting the national economy.
He further mentioned that the partnership is an extension of the Association's efforts to build a sustainable knowledge and legislative environment, aligning with the UAE's aspirations for knowledge leadership and its position as a global centre for safeguarding creativity and intellectual property.