Law of Tradenames

1. It shall be prohibited to reserve or register a tradename that is contrary to public policy or public decency, is deemed misleading, or is prohibited to be used under relevant legal provisions. This shall include cases where the tradename: a) is similar to a tradename reserved or registered in the Commercial Register, regardless of the type of business. The Regulations shall specify the criteria for determining similarity of tradenames and for determining distinguishing features; b) is similar to a world-famous tradename or trademark, or a trademark registered or famous in the Kingdom, unless the trademark is owned by the applicant; c) implies a political, military, or religious meaning, connotation, or statement; or d) is similar to an honorary name or badge, or to a symbol specific to any local, regional, or international organization or any of its affiliates. 2. The Ministry shall prepare a list of prominent names the reservation or registration of which as tradenames is prohibited in accordance with paragraph (1) of this Article; such list shall be updated regularly.