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The Product Licensing Agreement is a crucial commercial document used when a product owner wishes to grant rights to another party to manufacture, distribute, or sell their products in Qatar or specified territories. This agreement type is particularly important in Qatar's growing economy, where international companies often partner with local entities to expand their market presence. The document must comply with Qatar's Commercial Law (Law No. 27 of 2006), intellectual property legislation, and where applicable, foreign investment regulations. It typically includes detailed provisions on quality control, regulatory compliance, royalty payments, and territorial restrictions. The agreement is especially relevant for businesses operating in Qatar's various economic zones and must often be structured to accommodate Qatar's requirements for local commercial agents.

1. Parties: Identification of the licensor and licensee, including full legal names, registration details, and addresses

2. Background: Context of the agreement, brief description of the product, and parties' authority to enter into the agreement

3. Definitions: Detailed definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement, including 'Licensed Product', 'Territory', 'Intellectual Property Rights', etc.

4. Grant of License: Scope of the license, whether exclusive or non-exclusive, territorial limitations, and permitted uses

5. Term and Termination: Duration of the agreement, renewal terms, and circumstances for termination

6. License Fees and Payment Terms: Financial terms, including licensing fees, royalties, payment schedule, and reporting requirements

7. Intellectual Property Rights: Ownership of IP, protection measures, and handling of improvements or modifications

8. Quality Control: Quality standards for licensed products, inspection rights, and compliance requirements

9. Obligations of the Parties: Specific duties of both licensor and licensee, including maintenance of IP rights and regulatory compliance

10. Warranties and Representations: Warranties regarding IP ownership, product quality, and authority to enter into agreement

11. Indemnification: Mutual indemnification obligations for IP infringement and other potential claims

12. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information exchanged during the agreement

13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution: Application of Qatar law and dispute resolution mechanisms

14. General Provisions: Standard boilerplate clauses including assignment, amendment, and notices