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The Copyright Permission Agreement is a crucial legal instrument used in Belgium when a copyright owner wishes to grant specific usage rights to another party while retaining underlying ownership. This document is essential for businesses and individuals seeking to legally use copyrighted materials while ensuring compliance with Belgian copyright law, particularly the Belgian Code of Economic Law (Book XI) and EU copyright directives. It's commonly used in creative industries, publishing, media, and digital content sectors, providing a clear framework for permitted uses, territorial scope, duration, and compensation. The agreement must specifically address Belgian moral rights provisions, which are particularly strong in Belgian law and cannot be fully waived. This document serves as a risk management tool by clearly defining the boundaries of permitted use and establishing mechanisms for quality control and attribution.
