Kuwait Court of Cassation principle number 296

A clear provision whose meaning plainly indicates its intended purport. It is impermissible to depart from it or interpret it under the pretext of seeking guidance from the rationale that prompted it. Reason for this. - Priority in filing an application to register a trademark. The decisive criterion for enjoying legal protection for the mark - 396 - Procedure sought to be registered, upon the mere filing of the application. Prior use or registration of the mark in another country. No account is taken of it. Article 62/6 of the amended Commercial Code.