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Korea broadcast media commission renews licences for 13 terrestrial and community radio stations

South Korea\'s Broadcast Media Communications Commission approved licence renewals for 13 terrestrial and community radio stations run by 11 operators, including KBS, MBC and OBS. Eight stations that scored at least 700 points in an evaluation received five-year renewals, while five stations that scored 650 to under 700 points were granted four-year terms. The commission said the review considered evaluation results, viewer opinions and views from related agencies.

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Broadcasting Media Communications Committee releases 2024 broadcast assessment; KBS1, MBN top scores by platform

South Korea\'s Broadcasting Media Communications Committee approved the 2024 broadcast assessment results for 371 stations operated by 153 broadcasters at a plenary meeting on July 22. The results will be reflected in broadcaster re-licensing and re-approval reviews. KBS1 recorded the highest score among national terrestrial TV channels, while MBN ranked top among comprehensive programming channel operators. The committee also approved the 2025 assessment basic plan and will disclose detailed results on its website.

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Korea broadcast regulator sets up task force over JTBC rehabilitation filing

South Korea\'s Broadcast Media Telecommunications Commission has formed a task force to monitor JTBC\'s rehabilitation filing, its chairman said at a full commission meeting. He said the regulator will closely review preparations so there is no disruption amid debate over universal viewing rights for the World Cup host broadcaster. Commissioners called for documents, scenario planning and possibly a CEO hearing. The commission also ordered corrective measures for terrestrial broadcasters and fined PP IHQ 10 million won.