Sudan

Capital:	Khartoum
Population:	34 million
Major languages:	Arabic; Nubian, others
Major religion:	Islam, Christianity
Form of government:	Republic
Monetary unit:	1 dinar = 10 Sudanese pounds
Main exports:	Cotton, sesame, livestock and hides, gum arabic
Internet domain:	.sd
Time zone:	gmt+2
International dialling code:	+249
Trademarks:	Yes, 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
For more information on trademarks in Sudan please visit the main Spoor & Fisher website