Malawi

Capital:	Lilongwe
Population:	10 million
Major languages:	English, Chichewa (both official)
Major religion:	Christianity, Islam
Form of government:	Multiparty republic
Monetary unit:	1 Malawi kwacha (MK) = 100 tambala
Main exports:	Tobacco, tea, sugar, cotton
Internet domain:	.mw
Time zone:	gmt+2
International dialling code:	+265
Trademarks:	Yes. Collective, Defensive and Service marks
Registered Designs:	Yes (memeber of ARIPO)
Utility Models:	No, but you can file a patent application claiming priority from utility model. Patent application must comply with patentability requirements
Copyright:	Berne Convention
Plant Breeders' Rights:	No, but draft legislation
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