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Hong Kong to ease ad rules for broadcasters amid streaming competition

Hong Kong's Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Algernon Yau, announced plans to ease advertising regulations for local broadcasters. This move aims to help broadcasters better compete with the growing influence of online and streaming platforms. The review of the Generic Codes of Practice for Television is intended to create a more favorable business environment and enhance the 'Hong Kong Brand' across the Asia-Pacific region. AI

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Hong Kong to ease ad rules for broadcasters amid streaming competition

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Simpson Cheung,Denise Tsang ·

    Hong Kong to relax ad rules for broadcasters to boost business edge, minister says

    Hong Kong authorities plan to relax restrictions on indirect advertising for broadcasters amid fierce competition from online and streaming media, the commerce minister has told the South China Morning Post. In a wide-ranging exclusive interview, Secretary for Commerce and Econom…