AN approved in the first discussion the Beijing Treaty on Audiovisual Interpretations and Executions

Published at: 10/11/2026 05:06 PM

The National Assembly (AN) approved in the first discussion the Draft Law Approving the Beijing Treaty on Audiovisual Interpretations and Executions, with the purpose of advancing the strengthening of the legal framework for intellectual property in the country.

The debate took place during the regular session at the Federal Legislative Palace, chaired by Deputy Jorge Rodríguez, where the project was the first item on the agenda.

The Beijing Treaty, adopted in June 2012 under the auspices of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), is an international instrument designed to recognize and protect the rights of performing artists within the audiovisual industry, with special emphasis on film, television and video actors and creators.

Among its highlights, the regulations establish the explicit recognition of the moral and property rights of creators. It grants artists exclusive rights to their unfixed interpretations, while regulating the reproduction, distribution, rental, commercialization and public communication of their works. In addition, the text incorporates safeguards adapted to the digital environment to ensure fair remuneration and the protection of acting work against new technologies.

After this first approval by the plenary, the project will continue the course of the corresponding technical consultations for its subsequent final approval in the second discussion.

R MAZO EDITORIAL OFFICE