Notifying Member

Bangladesh

Details of the notified legal text

Title

The Trademarks Act, 2009

Subject matter

Trademarks

Nature of notification

[X]     Main dedicated intellectual property law or regulation_

[  ]    Other law or regulation_

Link to legal text[*]

https://ip-documents.info/2025/IP/BGD/25_06689_00_e.pdf

Notification status

[X]     First notification

[  ]    Amendment or revision to notified legal text

[  ]_    Replacement or consolidation of notified legal text(s)

Previous notification(s) referred to

Not applicable

Brief description of the notified legal text

The Trademarks Act, 2009 of Bangladesh provides the legal framework for the registration, protection, and enforcement of trademarks in the country. It defines the rights of trademark owners, prevents unauthorized use or infringement, and ensures fair competition in trade and commerce. The Act aligns with international standards, particularly the TRIPS Agreement, to strengthen Bangladesh's intellectual property regime.

Language(s) of notified legal text

English

Entry into force

1 July 2008

Other date

Notification details

Submission date of notification

3 September 2025

Other information

Agency or authority responsible

Department of Patents, Industrial Designs and Trademarks (DPDT)

Ministry of Industries

Focal Point: Name:   Md. Belal Hossen

Designation:            Assistant Director

Email:                      belal71lawdu@gmail.com