Feb 10 • 06:55 UTC 🇰🇷 Korea Hankyoreh (KR)

Broadcasting Media and Communications Commission on the verge of normalization after four months of launch

The Broadcasting Media and Communications Commission in South Korea is expected to achieve full operation following the approval of members from the National Assembly during a session on the 12th.

The Broadcasting Media and Communications Commission (방미통위) in South Korea is poised to fully commence its operations after a delay of four months since its establishment, with an assembly set for the 12th to approve five members representing the National Assembly. The committee's chair, Choi Min-hee, reported the completion of the appointments for both the commission and the Broadcasting Media and Communications Review Committee, with final confirmations taking place at the presidential office. Choi Min-hee also noted recent advancements, stating that the Democratic Party had finalized its recommendations for two professors, while the ruling party's three members are currently under consideration by its personnel recommendation committee. The Broadcasting Media Commission mandated by law last October has faced delays in processing major issues due to incomplete appointments. With the presidential appointments and the anticipated approval of National Assembly recommendations on the horizon, the commission's operations are expected to enter a new phase. The overarching structure includes seven members, with two appointed by the president and five following legislative recommendations, representing both ruling and opposition parties. The impending vote on the 12th reflects a critical step towards stabilizing the commission, which has been essential for handling significant broadcasting and media regulatory matters, emphasizing the importance of collaboration across party lines to ensure effective governance of South Korean media policy.

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