Copyright exceptions for libraries & archives: IPA’s recommendations to WIPO
As WIPO’s Standing Committee on Copyright and Related Rights met in Geneva to discuss exceptions for libraries and archives, the International Publishers Association’s Secretary General, Jens Bammel, cautioned against changing the system.
The Transformation of the E-Book Market
IPA President Youngsuk “Y.S.” Chi spoke about the transformation of the e-book market at the 79th IFLA World Library & Information Congress in Singapore.
Publishers Welcome WIPO Marrakesh Treaty
The WIPO Marrakesh Treaty references many other WIPO treaties and principles that have long been established and are hereby strengthened.
IPA Supports WIPO Treaty Giving Equal Access to Visually Impaired Persons
From 18 to 28 June 2013, the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) will negotiate an international copyright treaty to improve access to books for persons who are blind or have other print disabilities.
IPA Concerned about Freedom of Expression in Nigeria, Malaysia and Saudi Arabia
IPA found widespread censorship in Nigeria, Malaysia and Saudi Arabia. In submissions to the UN Human Rights Council, the IPA recommended ways to support the governments of these three countries to improve their records on freedom of expression.