The new copyright system enhances the protection of musicians and creators in Saudi Arabia

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The Music Authority revealed the most prominent features of the new copyright system and its implications for the music sector in Saudi Arabia, explaining that it enhances the protection of the rights of artists, creators, and producers, and gives them a clearer framework for managing, licensing, and benefiting from their musical works economically.

The authority explained that the system supports building a modern legislative environment for the sector, by defining rights and organizing mechanisms for dealing with them, which contributes to enhancing the sustainability of creators’ income and raising the confidence of investors and partners in the Saudi music market.

According to the Music Authority, clarity of rights gives artists and companies greater ability to manage musical works and license their use, thus supporting the protection of creative production and regulating commercial use of it.

The legislative framework also enhances the investment environment in the cultural sector, by regulating the relationship between rights holders and entities that benefit from works, and supporting the sustainability of revenues associated with music production.

The Authority indicated that the National Intellectual Property Policy supports the music and culture sectors by raising awareness among emerging institutions based on technology, arts and culture of the importance of protecting intellectual property rights and training them on effective practices in this field.

The policy aims to enhance the use of intellectual property tools and strategies in various sectors, in a way that supports the growth of the creative economy and its contribution to the national economy.

The Music Authority explained that its role includes regulating the sector through regulatory tools, raising awareness of artists, creators and musicians about the mechanisms for protecting their rights, in addition to supporting the development of policies regulating the music sector in the Kingdom.

She called on stakeholders to review approved contracts and policies, follow the guidelines issued by the Authority, and document musical works, in a way that helps creators protect their production and manage their rights.

These steps reflect a trend towards strengthening the regulatory environment for the music industry in Saudi Arabia, in a way that balances protecting the rights of owners of works and allowing them to be invested and licensed, and supports the growth and sustainability of the sector.