China's Ministry Of Culture has said that all "imported network music" distributed in the country must be approved by them, which sounds a bit ominous. Basically it means any organisation involved in the distribution of music via download or mobile platforms need to register with the ministry. The move will also restrict the rights of "foreign-funded providers of digital entertainment" to operate in the country. The Ministry says the new rules are designed to protect citizens from "obscene or inappropriate content" and to "protect domestic companies". Those already operating in China have until 1 Mar to get registered.
Dec 13, 2006
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China introduces rules requiring approval for imported digital music
China's Ministry Of Culture says all imported network music must be approved, and digital music distributors must register, with those already operating given until 1 Mar.