14/05/2026
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14/05/2026
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Lawyer Abdulrahman Al-Houti
LONDON, May 14: In a step reflecting the commitment of Kuwaiti law firms to keeping pace with global developments, Dar AlMuhama Law Firm participated in the 2026 Annual Meeting of the International Trademark Association (INTA), held in London from May 2 to 6. The firm was represented by its Founder and Managing Partner, Attorney Abdulrahman Alhouti.
The event brought together more than 10,000 professionals and experts from over 140 countries. Advancing Intellectual Property Frameworks in the Middle East Attorney Abdulrahman Al-Houti took an active role in the strategic sessions, most notably a high-level panel held on May 5 titled: “Advancing Intellectual Property Frameworks in the Middle East: Challenges and Solutions.” The session, moderated by legal consultant Huda Barakat (UAE), examined regional efforts to develop integrated intellectual property protection systems.
It featured prominent speakers and decision-makers from across the region, including:
■ H.E. Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Muaini – Assistant Undersecretary for the Intellectual Property Sector, UAE Ministry of Economy
■ H.E. Prof. Dr. Hisham Azmi – Chairman of the Egyptian Intellectual Property Authority (EIPA)
■ Mr. Turki M. Bin Salamah – Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP) Keeping Pace with the Era of Artificial Intelligence On the sidelines of the conference, Attorney Abdulrahman Alhouti stated that participation in this international forum aims to transfer global best practices to the Kuwaiti legal market, particularly in light of the region’s ongoing legislative advancements.
He noted that this year’s conference focused on key issues, including the impact of artificial intelligence on intellectual property rights, trademark protection in the digital age, and arbitration in IP disputes – areas that lie at the core of modern legal practice and align with Kuwait’s forward-looking development vision.
International Partnerships
The conference also provided Dar AlMuhama Law Firm with the opportunity to hold bilateral meetings with leading international law firms and global organizations. These engagements serve the firm’s clients and contribute to the development of the intellectual property sector in Kuwait and the wider region. This participation reflects the firm’s commitment to building a strong international network and exchanging expertise with leading professionals in the field, ultimately enhancing the quality of services provided to clients in matters related to trademarks, patents, copyright, and other areas of intellectual property.
The conference also provided Dar AlMuhama Law Firm with the opportunity to hold bilateral meetings with leading international law firms and global organizations. These engagements serve the firm’s clients and contribute to the development of the intellectual property sector in Kuwait and the wider region. This participation reflects the firm’s commitment to building a strong international network and exchanging expertise with leading professionals in the field, ultimately enhancing the quality of services provided to clients in matters related to trademarks, patents, copyright, and other areas of intellectual property.
