Geneva. Indonesia and China have agreed to strengthen cooperation on copyright protection by signing a memorandum of understanding during the World Intellectual Property Organization’s General Assembly in Geneva on Tuesday.

The agreement was signed between Indonesia’s Law and Human Rights Ministry and China’s National Copyright Administration to improve the protection of copyright and related rights, develop human resources in the field, and promote creative industries and cultural exchange.

“This agreement is an important step for both countries to protect intellectual property amid the challenges of the digital era,” Law and Human Rights Minister Supratman Andi Agtas said.

Under the MoU, Indonesia and China will exchange legal and technical information, organize training for staff and professionals, and support cooperation between collective management organizations. Both countries will also develop annual work plans, appoint official points of contact, and carry out activities such as seminars, workshops, and public awareness campaigns on intellectual property protection.

“This cooperation opens opportunities for dialogue and knowledge sharing while strengthening copyright protection at home and internationally,” Supratman said.

Although the MoU is not legally binding, he said the cooperation has strategic value as it reinforces Indonesia’s diplomatic efforts on global intellectual property issues without changing the international obligations of either country.

The agreement will be in effect for five years and can be extended for another five years if both parties agree. It can also be revised with written approval from both countries if needed.

“We hope this cooperation will lead to wider collaboration that not only protects creativity but also encourages innovation, deepens cultural exchange, and advances intellectual diplomacy,” he concluded.

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