Dubai wins bid to host major international event in 2026

Dubai wins bid to host major international event in 2026

It will be the first city in the Middle East to host the prestigious gathering of over 8,000 industry experts

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Published: Wed 17 May 2023, 4:42 PM

Dubai has won the bid to host the International Trademark Association (Inta) Annual Meeting in 2026, it was announced on Wednesday.

Held annually, the event brings together over 8,000 experts in the field of intellectual property, including lawyers, trademark owners, government officials, and academics to discuss vital issues related to intellectual property rights, with a particular focus on trademarks and copyrights.

Dubai will be the first city in the Middle East to host the prestigious event. The 2023 edition opened in Singapore today, May 17.

The emirate's selection as the venue for the largest global gathering of intellectual property professionals reflects its emergence as a leading destination for international events.

The successful bid for the Inta Annual Meeting 2026 was the result of a remarkable collaboration between the Emirates Intellectual Property Association (Eipa) and the UAE Ministry of Economy, Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism, the Dubai Chambers and Dubai Police.

"[This achievement] is a direct outcome of the combined endeavours and fruitful collaboration between various local and federal entities. It also serves as a powerful testament