Duma approves new legislation on copyright protection
Published: 24 November, 2006, 13:28
The State Duma has approved the part of the Civil Code which deals with authors' rights. The paper defines the kinds of intellectual property to be protected in fields such as art, literature, brand names and more.
The Duma deputies passed new legislation dealing with copyright protection. It was passed in the third final reading today. The paper will increase the maximum prison term for copyright violations from 5 to 6 years. It is an important legal change as it would make copyright violations a much more serious offence.
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IAEA blocked the help with Iran's atomic projectThe board of governors blocked the assistance to Tehran in building the Arak heavy water reactor for the next two years. After that diplomats say the request can be resubmitted. |
24.11.2006, 13:29
Russia and EU talked on partnership in HelsinkiRussian President Vladimir Putin has met with EU leaders in the Finnish capital Helsinki. Though Poland has vetoed talks on the new partnership agreement Russia and the EU are ready to continue dialogue. |
