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CAIRO — President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi announced April 11 the formation of the National Media Council and its National Press Organization and National Media Organization. Concerns over freedom of the media have been raised among media staff, however, given that figures opposing the ruling regime were excluded from the formation.
Constitution Article 211 stipulates, “The National Media Council is an independent entity that has a legal personality; enjoys technical, financial and administrative independence; and has an independent budget. The council regulates the affairs of radio, television, and printed and digital press, among others.”
