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Media ownership matters

Mass media influence the way facts are viewed and debated in the society. Independence and pluralism in media, public opinion and views including criticism of people in power are the safeguards of a healthy democracy. Monitoring and ensuring ownership pluralism is the first step toward independence and freedom of choice.

How can people evaluate the reliability of information if they don't know who provides it? How can journalists work properly if they don't know who controls the company they work for? And how can media authorities address excessive media concentration if they don't know who is behind the media's steering wheel? 

Ownership structure may also affect the way the media industry manages its resources. It shapes the economic strength and efficiency of the media sector, which is of particular interest to potential investors.

+++ ABS – CBN shutdown shakes up Philippine media landscape +++

+++ The study on MOM Philippines was carried out between 2016 and 2017. ABS-CBN was shut down in May 2020 when it was denied extension of its franchise for another 25 years by then President Rodrigo Duterte. This shutdown had a significant effect on the media landscape as the conglomerate together with GMA Network Incorporated formed a duopoly in the media sector. An update reflecting these changes is underway. Thank you for your patience. +++

Read more on the ABS-CBN Update

Media & Owners
Key Findings
Indicators of Risk to Media Pluralism
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