Copyright law in the United Arab Emirates in the digital age

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Fitzgerald, Brian F. and Olwan, Rami. (2010). Copyright law in the United Arab Emirates in the digital age. European Intellectual Property Review. 32(11), pp. 565 - 574.
AuthorsFitzgerald, Brian F. and Olwan, Rami
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This article gives an overview of copyright law in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and critically evaluates its operation in the digital era, providing suggestions for reform.

Year2010
JournalEuropean Intellectual Property Review
Journal citation32 (11), pp. 565 - 574
ISSN0142-0461
Web address (URL)http://eprints.qut.edu.au/39117/
Page range565 - 574
Research GroupThomas More Law School
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