Google digital library plan opposed

Google has been greatly troubled over its digital library plan. The online collection has aroused opposition in many countries including France, Germany, and Japan. Experts say state interest is behind the disputes.

German chancellor Angela Merkel stresses that Google should not be exempted from copyright laws. French President Nicolas Sarkozy adds that his government will spend heavily on the development of computerized books to protect national culture. Experts point out that many countries are standing against Google's project to protect their own digital book industries.