Myanmar’s New Copyright and Design Laws Explained
On October 18, 2023, Myanmar’s State Administration Council announced that the enforcement of the Industrial Design Law and Copyright Law, both enacted in 2019, will be effective from October 31, 2023. This establishes the new protection framework for industrial designs and copyrights. Key Takeaways Myanmar’s New IP Framework – the Industrial Design Law and Copyright […]
Indonesia Boosts Patent Process with new PPH Agreement
A decade after signing a Patent Prosecution Highway (PPH) MOU with Japan in 2013, Indonesia signed another important PPH MOU with South Korea on 8 September 2023. Key Takeaways Lucasfilm Protects Every Detail – Character names, planets, and iconic phrases are all trademarked to secure the Star Wars brand. Legal Action Defends the Galaxy – […]
Koes Plus vs. TI KOES: Copyright Battles in Indonesian Music
By Carola Monintja & Ardian Yuliarsya Many of us are undoubtedly familiar with legendary bands such as The Beatles, Queen, The Rolling Stones, and The Bee Gees. These iconic bands have left an indelible mark on the music industry, and their names continue to resonate even today. In Indonesia, during the era of flower generation […]