Media ownership and setup regulations

Law No. 180 of 2018 regulates the ownership and establishment of media outlets in Egypt. It sets the conditions that media owners and online platforms must meet, including that the owner must not be deprived of their political rights or have a conviction for a felony or a misdemeanor involving honor unless they have been rehabilitated. The law also requires that the media entity take the form of a company, with capital based on its type, and imposes restrictions on the percentage of non-Egyptian shareholdings and management. Additionally, it defines the maximum number of channels that can be owned and establishes standards for issuing licenses for media operations, including the appointment of a director and a responsible person for broadcasting. Media outlets are held legally responsible for their content and errors to ensure compliance with professional standards.

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