On May 7, 2025, the Emirates Intellectual Property Association took part in a significant celebration organized by the Arab League in Cairo to mark World Intellectual Property Day 2025. The event was themed “Intellectual Property and Music: Singing the Praises of Intellectual Property,” emphasizing the essential role of intellectual property rights in the creative sector.

Dr. Abdul Quddus Abdul Razzaq Al-Obaidli, the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Emirates Intellectual Property Association, represented the organization at the celebration. He presented a paper titled “The Efforts of the Emirates Intellectual Property Association in Promoting Musical Creativity within the Framework of Protecting Intellectual Property Rights.” In his address, Al-Obaidli highlighted the association’s initiatives to support young musicians and promote a legal environment conducive to innovation and creativity in the UAE.

According to The Pinnacle Gazette, Al-Obaidli mentioned that the association’s efforts align with strategic directions aimed at strengthening the knowledge economy in the region. He stressed, “Our participation reflects our commitment to supporting regional efforts to raise awareness about the importance of protecting intellectual property rights, especially in creative fields like music, which is a fundamental pillar of the Arab creative economy.”

He further pointed out the need for improved coordination and collaboration among Arab institutions to address future challenges in this crucial field. The event not only celebrated creativity but also sought to inspire a collective movement towards enhanced protections for intellectual property across the Arab world.

In a related announcement, the UAE is progressing its legislative framework by introducing a groundbreaking regulatory system that incorporates artificial intelligence to improve the legislative process. This initiative was revealed by Maryam bint Ahmed Al Hammadi, the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, on the same day, May 7, 2025.

The new framework, which is the first of its kind globally, aims to increase efficiency and speed in developing legislation, ensuring that laws are created swiftly while maintaining a high quality. Al Hammadi stated, “We are entering a new phase in legislative development with this smart regulatory framework, which will allow us to respond instantly to global changes and identify legislative gaps.”

The framework intends to develop scenarios that simulate the impact of legislation and apply modifications in real-time, thereby transforming how laws are created and implemented in the UAE. Al Hammadi explained that the system will focus on identifying what requires regulation, when it should occur, and the best course of action. She emphasized, “It’s crucial that our regulatory philosophy is rapid, progressive, and flexible to adapt to fast-paced changes, facilitating sustainable growth and progress.”

In April 2025, the UAE Council of Ministers announced the creation of a new office for regulatory legislation experts, tasked with developing a comprehensive map covering all federal and local legislation within the country. Al Hammadi also noted the significant legislative reforms achieved in recent years, highlighting that over 85% of UAE laws have been updated in the past five years.

“As regulators and policymakers in the UAE, we recognize that to remain influential and relevant in a rapidly changing world, we must adopt a comprehensive regulatory philosophy,” she stated during her keynote address at the Future of Government Summit in Dubai.

The Minister expressed the UAE’s readiness to collaborate with key market players to construct a competitive framework that delivers sustainable benefits for all stakeholders. She reflected on the tremendous market transformations in the UAE over the last two decades, predicting even more significant changes in the next ten years.

These two initiatives—the celebration of World Intellectual Property Day and the introduction of the AI-driven regulatory framework—underscore the UAE’s commitment to promoting creativity and innovation while ensuring that legal frameworks evolve alongside technological advancements and global trends.

Together, these efforts reflect the UAE’s strategic vision to strengthen its position as a leader in the creative economy and regulatory innovation, aiming to foster an environment where creativity flourishes and intellectual property rights are effectively safeguarded.