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IFRRO, James Bennett from the UK Copyright Licensing Agency, and Ana Maria Cabanillas from the
Copyright Administration Centre in Argentina (CADRA).

A third session, titled ‘Artificial Intelligence and Libraries in the Digital Age,’ explored the impact of
technological developments on libraries’ future and AI’s role in enhancing access to knowledge and
protecting reprographic rights. Moderated by Alia Al Shamsi, the panel featured Fatima Al Hosani from the

Ministry of Economy, Michael Healy from CCC, Nadia Masoud from the University of Sharjah, and Sheikha
Al Mutairi from the Emirates Library and Information Association.

The session focused on how creators and institutions adapt to digital and societal transformations impacting
intellectual property rights. Notable attendees included writer and media figure Mohammed Bin Dakhin,
Chairman of the Board of Directors of ERRA; His Excellency Rashid Al Kous, Executive Director of the

Emirates Publishers Association; Dr Abdullah Al Sharhan, Secretary and Member of the Board of Directors of
ERRA; writer Nadia Al Najjar; and Ahmed Hussein, CEO of the Malaysia Copyright Centre (MARC).

Honouring

The first day also featured an honouring ceremony in an initiative that underscores the conference’s
commitment to recognising pioneering efforts in copyright protection and fostering international cooperation.

During the event, Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi presented appreciation awards to key strategic
partners, including His Excellency Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Ministry of Economy and Sarah Tran, IFRRO,
as well as the conference speakers. This recognition celebrated their valuable contributions to raising
awareness of intellectual property and reprographic rights while highlighting their efforts to keep pace with

digital and legislative developments in the field.