Traditional Knowledge Laws: Indonesia
Title | Law No. 19 of July 29, 2002 on Copyright |
Subject Matter | Traditional Cultural Expressions |
Issue(s) | Beneficiaries or Rightholders; Scope of Protection |
Type(s) of Legislation | IP Law |
Beneficiaries or Rightholders
Article 10(2)
The state shall hold the copyright for folklores and works of popular culture that are commonly owned, such as stories, legends, folk tales, epics, songs, handicrafts, choreography, dances, calligraphies, and other artistic works.
Scope of Protection
Article 10(3)
To publish or reproduce the works as referred to in paragraph (2), any person who is not the citizen of Indonesia shall, firstly, seek permission from the institution related to the matter.