Historical Events tagged with "authors rights"

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Politics & Government

Costa Rica Joins Buenos Aires Copyright Treaty

November 30th, 1916 108 years ago

Costa Rica signed the Buenos Aires Convention, a copyright treaty focused on protecting the rights of authors and creators within Latin America. The treaty aimed to standardize copyright laws among member nations, facilitating better cooperation and protection for artistic and literary works across borders. This agreement not only emphasized the importance of copyright but also marked a significant step for Costa Rica in aligning with international copyright standards, fostering creativity and cultural exchange with neighboring countries.

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