Musician Hua Kim Tuyen relaxes copyright rules for students

Vietnamese musician Hua Kim Tuyen has announced a relaxation of copyright regulations for his musical works to support students nationwide. In a social media post on September 27, the songwriter stated that students are free to use his songs for non-commercial educational purposes, such as school performances, graduation projects, and classroom assignments.

This decision aims to eliminate the need for students to seek formal permission via email or undergo complex paperwork. Tuyen explained that his personal inbox has been severely overloaded, making it impossible to respond to every request in a timely manner. He expressed concern that waiting for official responses could delay students' academic progress and creative projects. He also advised educational institutions that students no longer need to provide printed forms requiring his direct signature for these specific academic uses.