AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoEU Media & Film Industry: The European Commission cleared Paramount’s Warner Bros. Discovery merger with conditions, including Paramount ending its UIP stake and a 10-year limits on co-distribution with Universal—while cinema exhibitors’ group UNIC says the rules “should have gone further.” Venice Film Festival: Venice’s Orizzonti and Spotlight sections spotlight contemporary fractures, with “The Girl With the Leica” opening Horizons and Serbian protest drama “Until the Day Ends” also headed to Venice. Bulgaria Media Independence: Bulgaria’s Council for Electronic Media held talks on editorial independence, with BNR leadership outlining safeguards and a plan to draft common standards by September. Gambling Policy: Bulgaria rejected a blanket gambling ad ban and broad tax hikes, citing low legal “channelization” and warning extra taxes could push players toward unlicensed operators. Sports & Culture: Romania confirmed Eurovision 2027 participation; locally, Bulgaria’s mass Danube swim is set for July 25 near Svishtov. International Spotlight: NATO says it will defend Bulgaria if Iran retaliates over Sofia hosting US refuelling aircraft.
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