Myanmar’s Copyright Law Reform and the Future of Local Music Licensing

Introduction It is widely accepted that an effective copyright framework is fundamental for the success of any viable music industry. Not only does it protect authors work against unauthorised uses, it also allows creators and publishers to benefit from their works by creating revenue streams from its exploitation through licensing and royalties. For Myanmar, this is far more complex than the Burma Copyright Act of 1914 suggests, having regulated music exploitation for over a century. 3 It...