Taking on the Copyright Pirates in Thailand
Canada Law Articles in English (2002)
Mr Edward Kelly - Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd.
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Copyright
Intellectual Property
Taking on the Copyright Pirates in Thailand
Co-written by Ms Hassana Chira-aphakul
Despite one of the most aggressive legislative schemes for the protection of intellectual property rights in any developing nation, Thailand has remained on the United States' Special 301 Watch List since 1994, primarily because of dissatisfaction with Thailand's political will in respect to strict and meaningful enforcement of its IP laws. This paper will outline the present challenges faced by owners of copyrighted works and the legislative framework available for addressing widespread infringement of such works in Thailand.Introduction to Thailand: Challenges to Enforcing CopyrightThe Kingdom of Thailand is a nation of approximately 62 million people. The government is a constitutional monarchy with 76 administrative divisions. His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej is the Chief of State, while Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is the head of the government. The Thai legal system is based on a civil law system with some common law influences. The Central Intellectual Property & International Trade Court (IP&IT Court), introduced in 1997, has exclusive jurisdiction over disputes involving intellectual property. Thailand is a signatory...
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