2024 APCA Annual Conference

18-19 November 2024 – Hong Kong

The Crossvergence of Asian Copyright Standards?

Call For Abstracts

The Asian Pacific Copyright Association (APCA) is pleased to partner with the School of Law at City University of Hong Kong (CityU) to host its 2024 annual conference in Hong Kong SAR, People’s Republic of China.

Conference Theme: The Crossvergence of Asian Copyright Standards?

This year’s theme, “The Crossvergence of Asian Copyright Standards?” addresses the unique blend of convergence and divergence in copyright regulatory standards across the diverse jurisdictions of the Asian-Pacific region. We aim to explore how different jurisdictions are shaping their copyright laws and theories to meet new challenges and local needs.

As highlighted by Prof. Peter Yu during his keynote address at the 2023 APCA Annual Conference in Bangkok, the region is likely to see “regulatory crossvergence”—a simultaneous convergence and divergence of regulatory standards. We invite submissions that examine and compare the development of copyright laws and theories in different Asian and Pacific jurisdictions, exploring both the similarities (convergence) and differences (divergence), and the underlying reasons.

Possible topics include but are not limited to:

• Evolution of copyright laws and theories in various Asian and Pacific jurisdictions
• Comparative analyses of copyright exceptions and limitations
• Impact of AI and machine learning on copyright law and jurisdictional responses
• Regulatory responses to new communication technologies and digital platforms
• Protection of Indigenous culture and cultural heritage within Asian copyright law
• Handling of orphan works and the role of libraries and educational institutions in the digital era
• Balancing protection for creators with fostering innovation in the digital age
• Case studies of significant copyright disputes and their implications for law and policy

Conference Details:

• Dates: 18-19 November 2024
• Location: School of Law, City University of Hong Kong
• Format: In-person for speakers, with an online Zoom option for participants
• Meal: Besides the welcome dinner, we will provide tea breaks, lunches, and dinner during the two days of the Conference.

APCA invites scholars at all levels to submit their paper proposals. We aim to achieve diverse representation across the Asian Pacific region. Accepted papers will have the opportunity to be published under a special issue/column of Asia Pacific Law Review, the flagship Journal of School of Law, City University of Hong Kong.

Submission Guidelines:

• Abstract Submission: Please submit an abstract of up to 300 words, including the author’s name, title, and affiliation. Please indicate “APCA 2024” in the email subject line.
• Deadline: 1 September 2024 (rolling acceptance) Extension of abstract submission to: 11 September 2024.
• Submission Email: apca.2024@cityu.edu.hk
• Registration: accepted abstracts and participants of the conference will have to register the conference and purchase a ticket. Please follow the instructions on the "Registration" page.

Travel Arrangements

Conference presenters and attendees are responsible for arranging their own travel to attend the conference.

We can assist participants of the conference to book the CityU lodge at a preferred rate. Please find the related information under the "Contact Us" section. We also encourage participants to check for affordable hotel rates and other discounted travel arrangements online. Presenters should indicate their booking preference after their abstracts are selected.

We look forward to your participation and to welcoming you to Hong Kong!

Professor Natalie Stoianoff
President, APCA

Professor Tianxiang He
Vice President, APCA, Conference Convenor,
Associate Professor, School of Law, City University of Hong Kong