The signing ceremony was attended by leaders of major newsoutlets such as the Vietnam News Agency and Vietnam Television.
Under the agreement, the Republic of Korea (RoK) and Vietnam’stelevision producers can register the co-production of TV shows to each other’srelevant agencies for approval within 50 days. Where cases are denied, thereasons given must be made clear.
The broadcasting of co-produced programmes must be in linewith the regulations of each side.
Each producer must contribute at least 10 percent of fundingsto the programme, which will be also carried out by Vietnamese and Koreanstaff.
During a working session before the signing ceremony, MinisterHung and Chairman Lee shared the view that the coverage of each other’s countries,people, and cultures on television programmes will create a driving force forlong-term bilateral economic cooperation.
Minister Hung suggested establishing a joint working groupto realise the agreement, as well as holding seminars, training courses, delegationand reporter exchanges to boost cooperation in response to future trends,especially concerning the growing use of digital technology in the field.
Lee, for his part, agreed with the host’s proposal. Heinformed Hung that the commission will hold a seminar on the co-production oftelevision programmes in June 2019, expressing his hope that Vietnam’stelevision stations would join the event to share experience.
According to him, the commission will also set up a globalcontent working group. He hoped for Vietnam’s involvement in the process todiscuss orientations for the development of the television industry.–VNA