Notice is hereby given that, British American Tobacco (Brands) Limited Address: Globe House, 4 Temple Place, London WC2R 2PG, United Kingdom is the sole proprietor and rightful owner of the trademark below:   

“The trademark consists of a stylized geometric device formed by two bold, black V-shaped elements, arranged side by side in a symmetrical and modern design. The two elements create a distinctive double-V appearance, with the right element extending downward to form a pointed end”

RIGHTS CLAIMED IN RESPECT OF CLASS  34 OF WIPO NICE CLASSIFICATION  

Class 34:            Cigarettes; tobacco, raw or manufactured; roll your own tobacco; pipe tobacco; tobacco products; tobacco substitutes (not for medical purposes); tobacco free oral nicotine pouches (not for medical use); nicotine pouches for use as a tobacco substitute, not for medical purposes; snuff with tobacco; snus with tobacco; snuff without tobacco; snus without tobacco; cigars; cigarillos; lighters for smokers; matches; smokers' articles; pocket apparatus for rolling cigarettes; hand held machines for injecting tobacco into paper tubes; electronic cigarettes; liquids for electronic cigarettes; tobacco products for the purpose of being heated; nicotine impregnated strips.

The proprietor has invested significant time, effort, and resources into the creation, promotion, and recognition of this trademark. The mark is widely recognized and symbolizes the goodwill and reputation of the company.  

This notice serves to inform the general public, business entities, retailers, distributors, and all other relevant stakeholders that the aforementioned trademark is exclusively owned by British American Tobacco (Brands) Limited , and any unauthorized use, reproduction, imitation, or misrepresentation of the mark is strictly prohibited.  

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all concerned, including dealers, businesses, and individuals, that any unauthorized or illegal use of the aforesaid trademark shall constitute an infringement of British American Tobacco (Brands) Limited intellectual property rights and will be deemed prejudicial to their legal interests. Such violations shall render the offender liable to both civil and criminal proceedings under the applicable laws.  

Any person, company, or entity found imitating, copying, misusing, or otherwise infringing upon the trademark in any manner without prior written authorization from the rightful owner shall face legal action under the intellectual property and trademark laws of Somalia, Somaliland, and Puntland. British American Tobacco (Brands) Limited is committed to taking all necessary legal steps, including but not limited to injunctions, monetary damages, and criminal complaints, to prevent any unauthorized usage and to safeguard its exclusive rights over the trademark.  

ALL ENTITIES AND INDIVIDUALS ARE HEREBY ADVISED to respect this notice and refrain from engaging in any act that may compromise the ownership and legal rights of our client. Those requiring legitimate use or authorization regarding the mark should seek prior written permission from the rightful proprietor.  

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