On December 18, 2024, the “Japan-China IP Copyright Protection Symposium,” co-hosted by CODA and the Copyright Society of China (CSC), was held in Beijing, China. This symposium marked the eighth seminar co-hosted by CODA and the CSC. As a Japan-China seminar organized under a project commissioned by the Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry (METI), this was the third such event in 2024, following two prior seminars in January.
The symposium featured presentations by experts in intellectual property (IP) from both countries, offering the latest insights into the state of the content industry, measures against copyright infringement, and real-world examples of copyright protection. Discussions focused on shared challenges and initiatives for protecting intellectual property in Japan and China.
Once again, the symposium provided a platform for the two countries to align their perspectives on IP protection, foster exchanges in the field, and engage in productive discussions on strengthening future collaborations.
The event was conducted in a hybrid format, combining an in-person venue in Beijing with online participation from Japan. Approximately 50 participants attended the venue, including government officials, rights holders, industry representatives, legal professionals, and educators. Around 40 participants from CODA member companies joined online from Japan. Additionally, the CSC’s live stream attracted approximately 1,000 viewers.
The symposium opened with Mr. Sun Yue, Vice-Chairman and Secretary General of the CSC, serving as the moderator. Mr. Yan Xiaohong, Chairman of the CSC, delivered the opening remarks. Mr. Masato Usui, Minister of Culture, Embassy of Japan in China, also addressed the audience.
Takero Goto, Representative Director of CODA, delivered a presentation titled “CODA’s Efforts to Address Copyright Infringement.” He introduced the rise of content IP in the Japanese content market and the current state of infringement resulting from it. He also explained recent cases focusing on CODA’s international enforcement project (CBEP) and emphasized the importance of international collaboration and cooperation.
This symposium provided an important opportunity to address new challenges in the content industry, including advancements in AI technology, and to share perspectives on copyright protection and future prospects as the content industry enters a new phase.
This activity was conducted as part of a project commissioned by the Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry (METI).
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About CODA
CODA (Content Overseas Distribution Association) was established in 2002 at the call of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and the Agency for Cultural Affairs to promote the overseas development of Japanese content and take anti-piracy measures. Japan’s proud content, including music, movies, anime, broadcast programs, video games, and publishing, plays an important role in enhancing the nation’s international presence and economic growth. As digital technology becomes more widespread, it is even more significant to protect Japan’s content from increasingly artful copyright infringement and promote the content industry’s development. CODA contributes to the deterrence and detection of online and other piracy, by sharing knowledge with relevant government agencies, organizations, and companies in Japan and abroad, to engage in direct and indirect anti-piracy measures, as well as public relations activities. Visit https://coda-cj.jp/en/activity/ for more information on CODA’s projects.