Mediacorp Celebrates Six Wins at Asia Podcast Awards 2026
Mediacorp has strengthened its growing presence in the podcasting space with six wins at the Asia Podcast Awards 2026, held in Jakarta, Indonesia. The recognition spanned a diverse range of genres and formats, highlighting the breadth of storytelling across Mediacorp’s podcasts, digital audio content and established radio brands. Heinous – An Asian True Crime Podcast, […]
MBC Narrows Search for New President to Four Candidates
Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation (MBC) has moved a step closer to appointing its next president, with the field of candidates narrowed to four as part of the broadcaster’s leadership selection process. The Foundation for Broadcast Culture, MBC’s largest shareholder and oversight body, selected the four candidates following interviews with eight shortlisted applicants on 4 September. The […]
Thai PBS Presents Annual Performance to Parliament, Earns Praise for Public Service Broadcasting
Thai Public Broadcasting Service (Thai PBS) has reaffirmed its commitment to trusted, inclusive and innovative public-service media as it presented its 2024 and 2025 annual performance reports to Thailand’s House of Representatives. Led by Thai PBS Board of Governors Chairperson Dr Komatra Chuengsatiensap and Director General Vanchai Tantivittayapitak, the broadcaster highlighted its progress in responding […]
Shandong Radio and Television Advances Media Convergence Strategy
Shandong Radio and Television Station (SDRT) is advancing its media convergence strategy with a restructuring of its rural broadcasting services aimed at strengthening content delivery across television and digital platforms. As part of the transition, SDRT’s Rural Radio frequency ceased broadcasting on 4 September, with its existing services and content being integrated into a broader […]
New rates endorsed for AVN
The Global News Forum concluded today after a series of productive sessions, featuring a closed group meeting alongside practical workshops dedicated to Media and Information Literacy and Digital Production Skills. During the closed group meeting, members addressed key organisational and operational matters. A notable outcome was the announcement that a reduction in subscription rates will […]
Strength in unity
The conclusion of this year’s Global News Forum brought a resounding and central message to the forefront: media is fundamentally a family. Being a part of the Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union (ABU) offers more than just professional membership; it provides a profound sense of culture and shared belonging. Together, we must use this foundation to nurture […]
Asiavision honours the best
TVB Hong Kong was the big winner at the 2026 Asiavision Awards. The annual award celebrated excellence, dedication, and innovation in news coverage across the region, honouring exceptional journalism, impactful stories, and outstanding broadcast organizations. TVB Hong Kong achieved double honours, winning both Breaking News and News Story of the Year for its extensive coverage […]
2026 Global News Forum introduces simultaneous breakout sessions
The 2026 Global News Forum in Sydney, Australia, has introduced a dynamic new format featuring simultaneous breakout sessions to tackle pressing industry challenges. Grounded in this year’s core themes, the event has fundamentally reshaped how media professionals collaborate, moving away from traditional single-track panels to foster deeper, peer-to-peer dialogue. Reflecting on Day One of the […]
From The Editor’s Desk: Resilient Journalism: Safeguarding Truth and Wellbeing
Today, the Global News Forum (GNF) returns to Australia for the first time in ten years, bringing together news leaders, journalists and media professionals in Sydney for three days of conversations about the future of journalism. In partnership with the ABC, this year’s Forum takes on the theme of “Resilient Journalism: Safeguarding Truth and Wellbeing,” […]
Mediacorp Recognised for Environmental Leadership
Mediacorp has been recognised with the Singapore Environmental Achievement Award 2026, highlighting the broadcaster’s continued commitment to environmental sustainability and its efforts to use the power of media to encourage greater public awareness and action on environmental issues. The recognition reflects Mediacorp’s broader approach to sustainability, extending beyond its own organisational practices to the role […]
