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Algeria strengthens intellectual property protection with new label and agreements
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Algeria strengthens intellectual property protection with new label and agreements

From El Watan · (18m ago) French Positive tone

Translated from French, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Algeria has signed three strategic agreements and launched a new "Copyright Friendly" label to combat piracy and protect intellectual property.
  • The agreements involve the National Copyright Office (ONDA) and institutions related to national archives, journalism education, and digital music distribution.
  • The "Copyright Friendly" label aims to recognize and reward entities that respect creators' rights, promoting a culture of intellectual property protection.

In a significant move to bolster the protection of intellectual property, Algeria has taken a decisive step by signing three key agreements and introducing the "Copyright Friendly" label. This initiative, spearheaded by the Minister of Culture and Arts, Malika Bendouda, marks a pivotal moment in the nation's policy to safeguard creative works. The "Copyright Friendly" label is a novel distinction designed to honor those who uphold the rights of creators, signaling a strong commitment to fostering an environment where intellectual property is respected.

Protecting creation is more than a legal obligation—it is a civilizational choice.

— Malika BendoudaMinister of Culture and Arts, emphasizing the importance of intellectual property protection as a fundamental aspect of national development and cultural identity.

The three conventions, signed under the auspices of the National Copyright and Neighboring Rights Office (ONDA), establish formal partnerships with the National Archives, the National Higher School of Journalism and Information Sciences, and the digital music distribution platform Dropzik. These collaborations span crucial areas including heritage preservation, media training, and the digital creative economy, underscoring Algeria's holistic approach to intellectual property rights. Minister Bendouda emphasized that protecting creation is not merely a legal obligation but a "civilizational choice," highlighting the collective responsibility of institutions, media, and civil society in this endeavor.

The preservation of creators' rights remains a collective responsibility requiring the mobilization of institutions, the media, and civil society.

— Malika BendoudaHighlighting the need for a unified national effort to ensure creators' rights are upheld.

The launch of the "Copyright Friendly" label is particularly noteworthy. This annual award will serve as a powerful incentive for businesses to prioritize creative authenticity and copyright compliance. By distinguishing and celebrating compliant entities, Algeria aims to cultivate a widespread culture of intellectual property respect within its economic landscape. This proactive stance, coinciding with World Intellectual Property Day, demonstrates Algeria's transition from discourse to concrete action, providing creators with enhanced legal and symbolic support.

Human creativity is a lever for sustainable development.

— Samir ThaalbiDirector General of ONDA, underscoring the economic and developmental importance of creativity.
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Originally published by El Watan in French. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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