KCC Supports Production of Excellent Programs by Local and Small Broadcasters

[Asia Economy Reporter Koo Chae-eun] On the 23rd, the Korea Communications Commission announced 33 selected works for high-quality excellent program production support to strengthen the content competitiveness of local and small broadcasting stations.

The KCC selected 8 programs from 7 companies in the regular category, 12 programs from 9 companies in the special category, 6 programs from 6 companies in the overseas distribution category, 3 programs from 3 companies in the pilot category, and 4 programs from 4 companies in the new media category, providing a total of 3.1 billion KRW to these 18 companies. Since 2014, the KCC has been supporting the production of broadcasting content for local and small broadcasters. To promote and distribute the produced programs, participation in overseas content markets or pitching forums is also supported.

Han Sang-hyuk, Chairman of the KCC, stated, "Even in the rapidly changing media environment, the value and role of local broadcasting are important," and added, "We will strive to expand the budget for supporting local broadcasting."

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