Uzbek Supreme Court commented on procedures for considering cases on IP issues
The Plenum of the Supreme Court of the Republic of Uzbekistan adopted a resolution “On some issues of consideration of disputes related to intellectual property” № 19 of June 23, 2023 (hereinafter – the Resolution), according to which the Plenum defined the fundamental concepts on the application of substantive law that must be noted by […]
SETTLE successfully facilitates market entry for major IT Company in Uzbekistan
SETTLE successfully guided a prominent Ukrainian IT company, a leader in ride-hailing aggregation services, through its expansion into the Uzbek market. This case demonstrates SETTLE’s ability to provide comprehensive support for international technology companies entering a highly regulated and rapidly developing digital economy. Legal Support for Market Entry in Uzbekistan Entering the Uzbek market as […]
SETTLE successfully protects automobile giant’s trademark rights in Uzbekistan
SETTLE has successfully safeguarded the intellectual property rights of a major South Korean multinational automotive company, effectively halting the unauthorized use of its trademarks in the automotive parts market in Tashkent. Comprehensive Legal Support for Trademark Protection Trademark violations remain a significant concern for international businesses operating in emerging markets. From the initial stage, SETTLE’s […]
SETTLE succeeds in non-use cancellation action in Uzbekistan
SETTLE successfully represented an international company specializing in the distribution of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) in securing trademark protection for its brand in Uzbekistan. The case underscores SETTLE’s expertise in overcoming trademark registration obstacles and protecting brand rights in highly competitive markets. Legal Support in Trademark Cancellation Action The client sought to register a combined […]
Uzbekistan strengthens control over the quality of consumer goods and protection of IP rights
Pursuant to Presidential Resolution No. DP-110 “On additional measures aimed at providing the population with high-quality consumer goods” of April 4, 2023, Uzbekistan has adopted supplementary measures to guarantee the provision of high-quality consumer goods for customers. This encompasses reinforcing the oversight of product quality and incorporating numerous modifications and advancements. The main points of […]
SETTLE Facilitates Smooth Registration of Prominent NGO in Uzbekistan Despite Bureaucratic Hurdles
SETTLE law firm recently achieved a significant milestone by successfully guiding a globally recognized advocate for democratic societies through the complex process of registering a branch office for an international non-governmental organization (NGO) in Uzbekistan. This case highlights SETTLE’s expertise in navigating the intricate legal and bureaucratic landscape for NGO registration, particularly for international entities […]
IP infringement is no longer unfair competition in Uzbekistan
Uzbek government published a new version of the law “On Competition” in 03.07.2023, which has been a reason for numerous discussions among experts involved in the IP protection. The new version of the law comes into force on October 4th, 2023. On the one hand, the new law introduces a number of new concepts, such […]
Simplified Import Procedures for International Brands in Uzbekistan
Official suppliers engaged in the distribution of goods with international brands based on direct contracts with manufacturers may receive customs benefits in the form of a reduced tariff when importing goods. The corresponding Regulation “On the procedure for forming and maintaining a register of importers of certain types of goods of international brands on the […]
Strengthening Copyright Protection in Uzbekistan: New Measures and a Centralized Database for Uzbekistan
The government of Uzbekistan has taken significant steps to improve the protection of intellectual property (IP), particularly in the realm of copyright. One of the key initiatives in this direction is the establishment of a single database for the permanent storage of electronic control copies of copyrighted works in Uzbekistan. This move was formalized with […]
On June 7, 2022, the Law of the Republic of Uzbekistan “On Advertising” was adopted in a new edition
Unlike the old (current) edition, a number of important changes for business have been made to the new edition of the Law. One of the most important changes is that with the new edition of the law, advertisements in the Republic of Uzbekistan can be distributed only in the state language, with duplicate translation of […]