Dubai Customs educates youngsters about IPR

Press release

Published August 19th, 2015 - 05:22 GMT

During the event

Dubai Customs has delivered an IPR awareness-raising lecture to youngsters as part of the educational activities of the summer camp at Al Hiwayaat Club.

The lecture addressed the issue of intellectual property rights and the risks of counterfeiting on the people and economy around the world.

The session introduced the kids to the measures taken by Dubai Customs to safeguard the intellectual property rights of innovators, in addition to the vital role IPR protection plays in boosting the economy and keeping the society safe.

Background Information

Dubai Customs

Dubai Customs is one of the leading government departments taking part in enhancing sustainable development and promoting Dubai’s image worldwide, turning it into a principal capital, business and tourism destination, as it facilitates smooth movement of legitimate trade and leverages economic and social development, the matter which is consistent with its slogan stating "gateway to Dubai’s prosperity", because prosperity is usually based on free trade through a safe, fast and practical environment to meet the needs of people and adapt to their requirements. This in addition to DC’s main role to protect society and borders against those who try to smuggle prohibited substances to or through Dubai threatening the community safety and security.