BREXIT – Intellectual Property Update

Brexit – Intellectual Property Update Since voting in June 2016 the UK is finally set to leave the European Union today, 31 January 2020. Various transitional provisions are in place over the next twelve months.  Intellectual property provisions have mostly been discussed and agreed to. The following outlines some key provisions for European Community intellectual property rights. The first important aspect is that there is no disruption to IP services during the transition period – […]


Singapore – New Zealand – Upgraded CEP now in force

Singapore – New Zealand – Upgraded CEP now in Force   Great news for those doing business with Singapore – on 1 January 2020 the upgraded Closer Economic Partnership (CEP) came into force. One of the main benefits is that New Zealanders are now able to visit the city-state visa-free for three months, up from one month under the old agreement.  Companies with an office in Singapore are also allowed to send employees there for […]