<h1>Global lubricant brand licenses manufacturing, marketing and exclusive distribution rights to regional partner across Asian and Middle Eastern markets</h1> A major licensing agreement was announced between a global automotive lubricant brand and a regional automotive products manufacturer/distributor granting rights to manufacture, market and distribute a wide range of automotive products across specified Asian and Middle Eastern jurisdictions. The deal conveys brand and livery use, product portfolio scope, and territorial exclusivity for listed countries, creating cross-border IP licensing, distribution and supply-chain obligations. Key legal considerations include trademark and quality-control terms, regulatory compliance in multiple jurisdictions (product safety, import/export, and local approvals), liability and warranty allocation, termination and renewal mechanics, and potential competition or antitrust review depending on market shares.