Reform the Dimensions of Combating Counterfeits

Abbas A. MakkiDirector

International Relations

International Obligations & Boarders

International Obligations & Boarders

WCO Diagnostic and Gap Analysis Mission

UAE’s Membership of International Based Bodies

Intellectual Property Rights legislation

GCC Common Customs Law

Growth vs. Enforcement & Facilitation

UAE Trading Hub

Dubai at Pan Cross Road

UAE Growth vs. Global Trade

Genuine & Counterfeit Products

Modern Cities & Challenges

Reform & Modernisation

Reform & Modernisation of Customs

Areas of Improvements & Recommendations

Proper IT Solutions in Place

Using Risk Management Supported by Intelligence.

Increase in the Volume of Trade vs. Boarders, System & HR.

Growth of Dubai

Effective Boarder Control

Intervention Unit at Dubai Customs

Close Cooperation with Brand Owners

Registration of Trademark Owners

Filing Electronic Complaint on the System

International Standards

Govern Customs to Customs Relations

Govern Customs to Business Relations

Exchange of Data for Better Enforcement

Focus Groups with Government & Private Sectors

Awareness

Raising Public Awareness

Engaging Stakeholders and Partners

Conduct Periodic Training for Customs Officers

Conduct Seminars for Schools, Ladies Associations & the Public

The OECD has defined counterfeiting as “manufacturing a product which so closely imitates the appearance of the product of another to mislead a consumer that it is the product of another”.

Thank You