Under some circumstances, you can sue the thief in a court in your own country. Thanks to these treaties, copyright laws around the world are basically similar. However, laws vary on the specific rights and how long protection lasts for certain types of works, such as photographs and sound recordings. For legal advice, contact a copyright lawyer who practices internationally. Protecting your copyright internationally can be a hassle, but at least you're spared one bit of paperwork.
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