Trademark registration in Iraq is a fundamental legal step for any business aiming to secure its commercial identity and prevent infringement in a rapidly developing market. The process is governed by Trademark Law No. (21) of 1957 (as amended) and supervised by the Trademarks Office of the Central Organization for Standardization and Quality Control (COSQC) under the Ministry of Industry and Minerals. Applicants must submit a complete set of documents — including a clear mark sample, applicant details, classification of goods and services, and legalized power of attorney — to obtain protection valid for ten years, renewable indefinitely. Foreign entities can register their marks directly or through authorized representatives in Iraq, while local enforcement measures ensure strong protection against counterfeiting and unauthorized use. By understanding and following the Iraqi trademark procedures, businesses can safeguard their intellectual property and establish a lasting commercial presence in one of the region’s most strategically significant markets. Hamurabi Iraq Law Firm provides comprehensive legal support for trademark registration, renewal, opposition, and enforcement, ensuring full compliance with Iraqi laws and international conventions.
Trademark registration in Iraq is a fundamental legal step for any business aiming to secure its commercial identity and prevent infringement in a rapidly developing market. The process is governed by Trademark Law No. (21) of 1957 (as amended) and supervised by the Trademarks Office of the Central Organization for Standardization and Quality Control (COSQC) under the Ministry of Industry and Minerals. Applicants must submit a complete set of documents — including a clear mark sample, applicant details, classification of goods and services, and legalized power of attorney — to obtain protection valid for ten years, renewable indefinitely. Foreign entities can register their marks directly or through authorized representatives in Iraq, while local enforcement measures ensure strong protection against counterfeiting and unauthorized use. By understanding and following the Iraqi trademark procedures, businesses can safeguard their intellectual property and establish a lasting commercial presence in one of the region’s most strategically significant markets. Hamurabi Iraq Law Firm provides comprehensive legal support for trademark registration, renewal, opposition, and enforcement, ensuring full compliance with Iraqi laws and international conventions.
This article outlines the legal and procedural framework for establishing factories in Iraq, highlighting the governing laws such as the Investment Law No. (13) of 2006 and the Companies Law No. (21) of 1997. It provides a step-by-step guide to registration, licensing, and available incentives for industrial investors, along with key compliance obligations and legal advice to ensure sustainable and lawful operations under Iraqi legislation.
This article provides an in-depth examination of Iraq’s accelerating transition toward integrated gas and power development, particularly through the Integrated South Project / Gas Growth Integrated Project (GGIP). Between 2024 and 2025, the federal government initiated a shift from policy announcements to sequential execution, supported by binding contracts, reinforced regulatory frameworks, and cross-sectoral coordination between the Ministry of Oil, the Ministry of Electricity, and the Prime Minister’s Office. The analysis highlights infrastructure components such as gas capture and processing, the Artawi oilfield expansion, the national seawater treatment project, and complementary solar capacity, alongside legal considerations under Iraq’s Investment Law No. 13 of 2006. The article concludes by mapping risks, economic returns, and the investment window available through 2025–2027 for stakeholders in the oil, gas, and power sectors.
The Iraqi Companies Law No. 21 of 1997 (as amended in 2004) forms the backbone of corporate regulation in Iraq. It governs company formation, management, capital structure, governance, and liquidation, while aiming to protect creditors, enhance transparency, and promote a market-oriented economy. This legal framework is indispensable for investors and corporate entities operating in the Iraqi private sector.
This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the legal scope of trademark protection in Iraq, examining the governing legislative framework, territorial and substantive limits, duration of protection, exclusive rights of trademark owners, statutory limitations, and enforcement mechanisms. It demonstrates that, following legislative reforms, Iraqi trademark law has achieved a notable level of conformity with international standards while maintaining regulatory features adapted to the Iraqi commercial and legal environment.
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