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Charter submissions, channel closures, referendum rejection | The PMA Briefing

The BBC outlines its position on the Charter Review, Switzerland rejects defunding SRG, and ZDF & ARD announce channel closure.

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BBC Charter Review: The global value of the BBC

With the Charter Review underway, we asked fellow public service media to explain why the BBC plays such an important role internationally.

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BBC Charter Review: A generational opportunity for the BBC

In its BBC Charter Review submission, PMA sets out its vision for a well-funded, independently governed, and democratically resilient BBC.

Exchange and Empower: PMA and VRT host discussion on PSM independence

EU PSM are gathering to discuss the gradual normalisation of interference in public media affairs that endangers PSM independence in Europe.

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International Women’s Day 2026: For women journalists “The abuse is normalised”

For International Women’s Day, Leona O’Neill, reflects on her experience in the profession and the challenges women face on the job.

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How Western governments are failing to support international public service media

Funding uncertainty clouds UK, Swiss and German international services. Is the recent funding of the USAGM likely to change things?

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On Our Radar | 27 February 2026

This edition: We're alarmed by the latest inflammatory remarks directed at RTBF’s journalists and editorial teams by the MR party leader.

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Public service media help anchor reliable information

The contribution of public service media to information resilience is strongest when it supports institutional changes that build over time.

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New wave of cuts, axing and pushback | The PMA Briefing

• Germany: DW becomes latest international broadcaster to face cuts
• South Korea: Debate over KBS board
• Ireland: New management plan rejected by RTÉ staff
• Argentina: Government looks to further shrink public media
• South Africa: SABC streaming continues impressive run

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PSM Weekly | 18 – 24 February 2026

PMA's weekly round-up of public service media related stories and headlines from around the world.