Hugh Leonard, ABU’s Longest-Serving Secretary-General, Passes Away
The Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union (ABU) mourns the passing of Hugh Leonard, its longest-serving Secretary-General, who died in Brisbane, Australia, on 23 September 2026, aged 88. Mr Leonard served as ABU Secretary-General from 1985 to 2002, leading the Union for 17 years through a period of profound transformation in broadcasting and communications across the Asia-Pacific and […]
ABC’s Pacific Journalism Recognised with Lowy Institute Media Award
The Australian Broadcasting Corporation’s (ABC) coverage of Pacific and international affairs has received recognition at the 2026 Lowy Institute Media Award. ABC NEWS journalist Stephen Dziedzic received the top award for his reporting on international affairs, including his coverage of Australian Government policy and engagement with Pacific Island nations. ABC’s two-part Foreign Correspondent investigation, Cartel […]
TVK to Provide Live Coverage of Cambodia–Thailand Conciliation Meeting
Cambodia’s National Television (TVK) has been selected to provide live broadcast coverage of the opening session of the Cambodia–Thailand Conciliation Commission meeting in Siem Reap, giving audiences access to proceedings surrounding the bilateral discussions. The meeting, scheduled for 21 September 2026, forms part of the conciliation process under the United Nations Convention on the Law […]
CMG Launches Science Programme for Young People in Myanmar
China Media Group (CMG) has partnered with Eastern Private High School (ELBC) in Yangon to launch a science initiative aimed at encouraging greater interest in science and technology among young people in Myanmar. The initiative includes Science Club activities as well as the introduction of the “Deep Blue Resonance” creative collection programme, jointly organised by […]
Prasar Bharati Opens Door to AI Startups for Content Innovation
India’s public broadcaster Prasar Bharati is looking to expand the use of artificial intelligence across its broadcast, digital and OTT services, inviting AI startups, studios, agencies and technology companies to contribute to a new technology-driven content ecosystem. The broadcaster has proposed an Expression of Interest to identify organisations capable of supporting AI-enabled content creation, multilingual […]
RRI Marks 81 Years with Focus on Digital Transformation
Radio Republik Indonesia (RRI) has marked its 81st anniversary by reaffirming its commitment to public service broadcasting while placing digital transformation, innovation and greater audience engagement at the centre of its future direction. Celebrated under the theme “The Voice of Indonesia: Sovereign, Just, and Prosperous,” the anniversary highlighted RRI’s continuing role as a source of […]
MRTV Broadcast Operations and Technical Infrastructure Reviewed in Yangon
Myanma Radio and Television (MRTV) welcomed Myanmar’s Union Minister for Information, U Htein Lin, to its Yangon facilities on 20 September, where he reviewed broadcast operations, technical infrastructure and services operated in cooperation with private broadcasters. During the visit, the Minister inspected several areas of MRTV’s broadcasting operations, including its live broadcasting vehicles and the […]
NBC/PNG Strengthens Cultural Preservation Through Local-Language Broadcasting
The National Broadcasting Corporation of Papua New Guinea (NBC/PNG) is continuing to strengthen the role of local-language broadcasting in preserving the country’s cultural identity and ensuring communities have access to information in languages familiar to them. The importance of language preservation was highlighted as Papua New Guinea marked 51 years of independence, with NBC reflecting […]
Qatar Media Corporation Supports Arabic Media and Knowledge at BilAraby 2026
Qatar Media Corporation (QMC) has participated as a media partner in the second edition of the BilAraby Annual Gathering 2026, reinforcing its commitment to strengthening the presence and use of the Arabic language across the media and knowledge sectors. Held at the Student Center in Education City under the theme “With Our Ideas, We Build,” […]
SBA and Arabsat Strengthen Satellite Broadcasting Resilience
The Saudi Broadcasting Authority (SBA) has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding with Arabsat aimed at strengthening the resilience, reliability and continuity of satellite broadcasting services. The agreement was signed during IBC 2026 in Amsterdam by SBA Assistant President for Engineering Affairs Hatem Abu Nasif and Arabsat President and CEO Dr Badr N. Al-Suwaidan. At […]
