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Sharjah 24
09-05-2025
- Business
- Sharjah 24
ERRA outlines future plans during its general assembly at ADIBF
The association's presence at the fair reflects its dedication to establishing a firm footing at major cultural events and engaging with the publishing and creative sectors to raise awareness of the importance of reprographic rights and intellectual property. It also underlines ERRA's role in protecting the rights of authors and creators amid the growing challenges posed by the digital environment and the ongoing expansion of production and publishing tools. Mohamed Bin Dakhen, President of the Board of the Emirates Reprographic Rights Management Association (ERRA), reinforced that holding the general assembly during the Fair represents a strategic opportunity to evaluate performance and enhance governance. He also highlighted the fair's significance as a key platform for direct engagement with the public. He stated: 'The Abu Dhabi International Book Fair is a leading national platform that brings together diverse stakeholders across the culture and creative sectors. It presents an ideal occasion for convening our general assembly, showcasing our efforts in supporting creators, and developing new partnerships that respond to the rapidly evolving digital publishing landscape.' Bin Dakhen added: 'We are keen on making our participation in this global cultural event an opportunity to introduce the association's services, membership mechanisms, and the vital role of mandates in rights protection. It is also a chance to broaden our relationships with partners in the publishing, creative, and educational sectors, while reaffirming the association's role in safeguarding intellectual property rights within a comprehensive framework that fosters cultural production and supports knowledge sustainability.' Bin Dakhen further explained that ERRA's participation is part of its ongoing commitment to raising public awareness of reprographic rights, promoting the responsible use of content, and cultivating a culture of respect for reprographic right s and related rights. He also highlighted the association's efforts to strengthen engagement with authors and publishers, expand the scope of mandates and memberships, and enhance collaboration with educational institutions, libraries, and universities to facilitate legal licensing of works within a structured framework that balances fair use with rights protection. ERRA's participation in the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair reflects its sustained efforts to establish a legal and cultural environment that respects intellectual property rights, supports creators, and safeguards their work—contributing to the growth of the creative economy in the UAE and reinforcing its position as a hub for innovation and creativity.
Mid East Info
30-04-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
ERRA Outlines Future Plans During Its General Assembly at the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair - Middle East Business News and Information
As part of its participation in the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2025 (ADIBF), the Emirates Reprographic Rights Management Association (ERRA) held its third annual general assembly meeting yesterday. During the session, members reviewed the association's key achievements in 2024 and approved the proposed work plan and budget for 2025 — a move that reaffirms ERRA's commitment to transparency and to strengthening institutional participation in shaping future directions. The association's presence at the fair reflects its dedication to establishing a firm footing at major cultural events and engaging with the publishing and creative sectors to raise awareness of the importance of reprographic rights and intellectual property. It also underlines ERRA's role in protecting the rights of authors and creators amid the growing challenges posed by the digital environment and the ongoing expansion of production and publishing tools. Mohamed Bin Dakhen, President of the Board of the Emirates Reprographic Rights Management Association (ERRA), reinforced that holding the general assembly during the Fair represents a strategic opportunity to evaluate performance and enhance governance. He also highlighted the fair's significance as a key platform for direct engagement with the public. He stated: 'The Abu Dhabi International Book Fair is a leading national platform that brings together diverse stakeholders across the culture and creative sectors. It presents an ideal occasion for convening our general assembly, showcasing our efforts in supporting creators, and developing new partnerships that respond to the rapidly evolving digital publishing landscape.' Bin Dakhen added: 'We are keen on making our participation in this global cultural event an opportunity to introduce the association's services, membership mechanisms, and the vital role of mandates in rights protection. It is also a chance to broaden our relationships with partners in the publishing, creative, and educational sectors, while reaffirming the association's role in safeguarding intellectual property rights within a comprehensive framework that fosters cultural production and supports knowledge sustainability.' Bin Dakhen further explained that ERRA's participation is part of its ongoing commitment to raising public awareness of reprographic rights, promoting the responsible use of content, and cultivating a culture of respect for reprographic rights and related rights. He also highlighted the association's efforts to strengthen engagement with authors and publishers, expand the scope of mandates and memberships, and enhance collaboration with educational institutions, libraries, and universities to facilitate legal licensing of works within a structured framework that balances fair use with rights protection. ERRA's participation in the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair reflects its sustained efforts to establish a legal and cultural environment that respects intellectual property rights, supports creators, and safeguards their work—contributing to the growth of the creative economy in the UAE and reinforcing its position as a hub for innovation and creativity.
Zawya
30-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
ERRA outlines future plans during its General Assembly at the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair
Sharjah – As part of its participation in the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2025 (ADIBF), the Emirates Reprographic Rights Management Association (ERRA) held its third annual general assembly meeting yesterday. During the session, members reviewed the association's key achievements in 2024 and approved the proposed work plan and budget for 2025 — a move that reaffirms ERRA's commitment to transparency and to strengthening institutional participation in shaping future directions. The association's presence at the fair reflects its dedication to establishing a firm footing at major cultural events and engaging with the publishing and creative sectors to raise awareness of the importance of reprographic rights and intellectual property. It also underlines ERRA's role in protecting the rights of authors and creators amid the growing challenges posed by the digital environment and the ongoing expansion of production and publishing tools. Mohamed Bin Dakhen, President of the Board of the Emirates Reprographic Rights Management Association (ERRA), reinforced that holding the general assembly during the Fair represents a strategic opportunity to evaluate performance and enhance governance. He also highlighted the fair's significance as a key platform for direct engagement with the public. He stated: 'The Abu Dhabi International Book Fair is a leading national platform that brings together diverse stakeholders across the culture and creative sectors. It presents an ideal occasion for convening our general assembly, showcasing our efforts in supporting creators, and developing new partnerships that respond to the rapidly evolving digital publishing landscape.' Bin Dakhen added: 'We are keen on making our participation in this global cultural event an opportunity to introduce the association's services, membership mechanisms, and the vital role of mandates in rights protection. It is also a chance to broaden our relationships with partners in the publishing, creative, and educational sectors, while reaffirming the association's role in safeguarding intellectual property rights within a comprehensive framework that fosters cultural production and supports knowledge sustainability.' Bin Dakhen further explained that ERRA's participation is part of its ongoing commitment to raising public awareness of reprographic rights, promoting the responsible use of content, and cultivating a culture of respect for reprographic rights and related rights. He also highlighted the association's efforts to strengthen engagement with authors and publishers, expand the scope of mandates and memberships, and enhance collaboration with educational institutions, libraries, and universities to facilitate legal licensing of works within a structured framework that balances fair use with rights protection. ERRA's participation in the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair reflects its sustained efforts to establish a legal and cultural environment that respects intellectual property rights, supports creators, and safeguards their work—contributing to the growth of the creative economy in the UAE and reinforcing its position as a hub for innovation and creativity.
Mid East Info
24-04-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
Emirates Reprographic Rights Management Association Enhances Arab Cooperation to Protect Creators' Rights - Middle East Business News and Information
The Emirates Reprographic Rights Management Association (ERRA) is participating in the 'Sharjah Guest of Honour' activities at the Rabat International Book and Publishing Fair (SIEL), which commenced on 17 April and will continue until 27 April. This participation aligns with ERRA's ongoing efforts to strengthen its regional and international presence and expand its influence in the field of reprographic rights and related rights protection. It also presents an opportunity to enhance the exchange of expertise between the UAE and Morocco in rights management, and to share successful experiences in legislation and best practices. Through its participation in the exhibition, the association aims to raise awareness of the importance of fostering a reprographic rights culture, emphasise the need to protect the literary and creative rights of their owners, and highlight the UAE's national approaches in developing an intellectual property protection system. It also seeks to strengthen its strategic relations by building new partnerships and signing cooperation agreements with reprographic rights authorities in Morocco and the countries participating in the exhibition. Commenting on this participation, Dr Mohammad Alkamali, Board Member of the Association said: 'Our participation in the exhibition affirms our commitment to expanding cooperation with our brotherly nations in the Arab world and enhancing efforts to protect the intellectual rights of creators. We believe in the importance of integrating the roles of cultural and legal institutions to ensure an environment that stimulates innovation and protects the products of thought and creativity in light of the rapid developments in the creativity and intellectual property sector. We are keen to share the Emirati experience and benefit from the pioneering experiences offered by the Kingdom of Morocco in this field.' The association's programme includes a dedicated exhibition booth to introduce its activities and initiatives within the 'Sharjah Guest of Honour' pavilion. This will also include a distinguished dialogue session titled 'Preserving Creators' Rights – The Emirati-Moroccan Experience,' bringing together experts from the UAE and Morocco to showcase the two countries' experiences in preserving reprographic rights and creative rights for authors. The dialogue session addressed the role of policies, legislation, and institutions in protecting creators' rights, their contribution to developing the creative economy, and the challenges they face. It also reviewed best practices and discussed innovative solutions that would contribute to ensuring the sustainability of creative production and supporting a knowledge-based economy. The session was attended by Mohammed bin Dekhain, President of the Emirates Reprographic Rights Management Association, Dr Mohammad Alkamali, a member of the association's board of directors, and Dalal El Mhamdi El Alawi, Director of the Moroccan Office of Reprographic Right and Related Rights. This participation reflects the association's commitment to promoting regional dialogue and exchanging expertise with brotherly nations, contributing to the development of an integrated legislative and institutional environment that supports creators and preserves their rights in the Arab world.
Sharjah 24
22-04-2025
- Business
- Sharjah 24
ERRA enhances Arab cooperation to protect creators' rights
This participation aligns with ERRA's ongoing efforts to strengthen its regional and international presence and expand its influence in the field of reprographic rights and related rights protection. It also presents an opportunity to enhance the exchange of expertise between the UAE and Morocco in rights management, and to share successful experiences in legislation and best practices. Aims to raise awareness of the importance of fostering a reprographic rights culture Through its participation in the exhibition, the association aims to raise awareness of the importance of fostering a reprographic rights culture, emphasise the need to protect the literary and creative rights of their owners, and highlight the UAE's national approaches in developing an intellectual property protection system. It also seeks to strengthen its strategic relations by building new partnerships and signing cooperation agreements with reprographic rights authorities in Morocco and the countries participating in the exhibition. Commenting on this participation, Dr Mohammad Alkamali, Board Member of the Association said: 'Our participation in the exhibition affirms our commitment to expanding cooperation with our brotherly nations in the Arab world and enhancing efforts to protect the intellectual rights of creators. We believe in the importance of integrating the roles of cultural and legal institutions to ensure an environment that stimulates innovation and protects the products of thought and creativity in light of the rapid developments in the creativity and intellectual property sector. We are keen to share the Emirati experience and benefit from the pioneering experiences offered by the Kingdom of Morocco in this field.' The association's programme includes a dedicated exhibition booth to introduce its activities and initiatives within the "Sharjah Guest of Honour" pavilion The association's programme includes a dedicated exhibition booth to introduce its activities and initiatives within the "Sharjah Guest of Honour" pavilion. This will also include a distinguished dialogue session titled "Preserving Creators' Rights – The Emirati-Moroccan Experience," bringing together experts from the UAE and Morocco to showcase the two countries' experiences in preserving reprographic rights and creative rights for authors. The dialogue session addressed the role of policies, legislation, and institutions in protecting creators' rights, their contribution to developing the creative economy, and the challenges they face. It also reviewed best practices and discussed innovative solutions that would contribute to ensuring the sustainability of creative production and supporting a knowledge-based economy. The session was attended by Mohammed bin Dekhain , President of the Emirates Reprographic Rights Management Association, Dr Mohammad Alkamali, a member of the association's board of directors, and Dalal El Mhamdi El Alawi, Director of the Moroccan Office of Reprographic Right and Related Rights. This participation reflects the association's commitment to promoting regional dialogue and exchanging expertise with brotherly nations, contributing to the development of an integrated legislative and institutional environment that supports creators and preserves their rights in the Arab world.
