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The Content Licensing Agreement is essential for businesses operating in Hong Kong's dynamic content and media landscape. This document is typically used when one party (the licensor) wishes to grant another party (the licensee) the right to use, distribute, or exploit specific content while retaining ownership. It's particularly relevant in Hong Kong's growing digital economy and entertainment sector, where content distribution and licensing are common business practices. The agreement must comply with Hong Kong's legal framework, particularly the Copyright Ordinance (Cap. 528) and related regulations. It should address key aspects such as license scope, territory, duration, payment terms, quality control, and compliance with local content regulations. This document type is crucial for protecting intellectual property rights while enabling commercial exploitation of content in the Hong Kong market and, where applicable, broader Asian markets.

1. Parties: Identification of the licensor and licensee with full legal names and addresses

2. Background: Context of the agreement, ownership confirmation of the content, and general purpose of the licensing arrangement

3. Definitions: Detailed definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement, including 'Licensed Content', 'Territory', 'Term', 'Intellectual Property Rights'

4. Grant of License: Specific rights being granted, type of license (exclusive/non-exclusive), territory, and duration

5. License Fees and Payment Terms: Financial terms, payment schedule, calculation of royalties if applicable, and payment methods

6. Usage Rights and Restrictions: Specific permissions and limitations on how the licensed content can be used

7. Intellectual Property Protection: Provisions for protecting IP rights, including marking requirements and infringement procedures

8. Quality Control: Standards for content usage and any approval requirements

9. Representations and Warranties: Standard warranties about content ownership, non-infringement, and authority to license

10. Term and Termination: Duration of agreement, renewal provisions, and termination rights

11. Post-Termination Obligations: Obligations and rights of parties after agreement ends

12. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information exchanged during the relationship

13. General Provisions: Standard legal clauses including governing law, dispute resolution, and entire agreement