Joint-statement between France and Italy shows strong support for creators
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Joint agreement on culture and copyright/authors' rights in Europe signed by French Minister for Culture and Communication and Italian Minister of Cultural Heritage
Photo ©: Dario Franceschini
A joint-agreement on copyright, ebook and cultural heritage protection was signed by the French Minister for Culture and Communication and the Italian Minister of Cultural Heritage, Activities and Tourism in Paris on Thursday.
The joint-statement, signed by French Minister Fleur Pellerin and Italian Miniter Dario Franceschini, emphasizes the countries' shared commitment to the protection and promotion of cultural diversity.
The signed agreement also highlights the two countries shared push for the European Union to consider copyright and cultural heritage when adopting new policies and initiatives, including the mid-term review of the 2020 strategy.