PMA opposes proposal to cut funding for Swiss public media
Ahead of the Swiss referendum on cutting the licence fee by half, the Public Media Alliance outlines its opposition to the funding cut.
On Our Radar | 13 February 2026
This edition: Pressures on news media in Argentina and the US, rising threats for international journalists, and BBC World Service's funding.
Radio and AI: The human voice is our most important currency
On WRD, Swedish Radio highlights the importance of human voices in their work and remind that if AI can be used as a tool, it is not a voice.
Emergency broadcasts, and governance & funding reforms | The PMA Briefing
The BBC launches an emergency broadcasting service in Iran, while governance changes for broadcasters in Zambia, Lithuania and Lebanon.
PSM Weekly | 4 – 10 February 2026
PMA's weekly round-up of public service media related stories and headlines from around the world.
Albania: PMA joins statement calling for democratic reform of RTSH
PMA has joined others in calling for the reform of Albania's public media, RTSH, through democratic, lawful and institutional means.
On Our Radar | 6 February 2026
This edition: We're concerned about attacks on two RAI contractors while covering protests in Turin.
What ‘critical infrastructure’ means for public media
What does the designation of critical infrastructure mean for PSM? And does it carry risks to their operations, and their independence?
A renewed international focus; concern over political interference | The PMA Briefing
NHK’s new president vows a stronger global role, meanwhile, Bangladeshi civil society flags pre‑election media reforms.
PSM Weekly | 28 January – 3 February 2026
PMA's weekly round-up of public service media related stories and headlines from around the world.