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Speaking to more than half the world’s population spread across half the earth’s surface, Asia-Pacific broadcasters need a strong voice. 
And they have it in the Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union. 
The ABU, which celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2014, has currently 281 member broadcasters large and small in 69 countries spread across the region and beyond, from Turkey in the west to Samoa in the east, and from Russia in the north to New Zealand in the south.
Established in 1964 as a non-profit, non-government, professional association to assist the development of broadcasting in the region, the ABU promotes the collective interests of television and radio broadcasters and encourages regional and international co-operation between broadcasters. 
Full members are national free-to-air broadcasters in the Asia-Pacific region and there is associate membership for provincial broadcasters, subscription broadcasters or national broadcasters in other parts of the world. Other organisations connected to broadcasting can hold affiliate membership. 
The ABU runs a wide range of activities, including the daily Asiavision satellite TV news exchange, co-production and program exchanges and technical, programming, legal and management consultancy services, as well as industry conferences and international frequency planning and coordination. It negotiates rights for major sports events and organises coverage for the region. 
With a mission to assist all members wherever possible, the ABU provides rights-free content acquisition for developing countries, organises seminars, workshops and training courses and offers annual ABU Prizes for radio and television programs. From 2012 it has organised the Asia-Pacific’s first regional television and radio Song Festivals. 
And keeping everyone in the loop are the ABU website and publication such as ABU News and Technical Reviews. 
The ABU is funded primarily by annual subscriptions from members. It has an elected President and three Vice-Presidents, who serve three-year terms. 
The ABU Secretariat is located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and is headed by a Secretary-General appointed by the General Assembly. It has over 30 staff, of whom more than a third are broadcast professionals recruited from among ABU members. 
ABU works closely with the regional broadcasting unions in other parts of the world on matters of common concern, and with many other international organisations to exchange information on the latest developments in broadcasting, undertake activities to improve the skills and technologies of its members and encourage harmonisation of operating and technical broadcasting standards and systems in the region. 
Most of the ABU's associate members comprise European, African and North American broadcasters, many of whom have operations in Asia, and pay-TV and cable operators in the Asia-Pacific. Its affiliate members include satellite providers, telcos, production companies, equipment vendors and regulators. 

In the light of liberalization in global telecom, broadcasting, and convergence markets, the communications sector in Taiwan is also entering an era of fierce competition with diverse service provision. This at the same time indicates an increasingly complex interaction between the market and regulatory environment. Under such background, the Taiwan Communications Society (TCS) was established in 2007 as a platform to facilitate dialogues and discussions between various stakeholders in the communications policy-making process and to further ensure the public's interest.

TCS's primary role is to create an objective and impartial platform for discussions related to communications policies between the academia, government, and industry. TCS also aims to provide advice on convergence policies for Taiwan's telecom and broadcasting sectors, which are in an urgent need of a smooth transition into the next generation of communications environment. Other TCS's specific functions include hosting and organizing seminars/conference on issues related to communications policies and regulation, undertaking capacity-building research activities, and serving as a bridge for dialogue between the government and industry.

Promote the interests and business wellbeing of members
Promote the highest professional and ethical standards and best practices in the media
Conceptualise and implement relevant, in depth education programmes designed to augment levels of professionalism in the media
Provide a forum for cross-discipline discussion and debate
To act as the key liaison organisation for media authorities, governement agencies, statutory bodies and international media organisations
Support Singapore’s goal of becoming a regional and global media hub
A non-profitable organization, AMOS aims to provide local media owners a collaborative platform for mass & industry representation, for mediation, and aims to regulate ethical practices by providing added values to media owners and their clients. Serving the industry, AMOS also provides media courses at special member rate for its member-companies conducted by media professionals and invited speakers.
The Association of Media Owners (Singapore) better known as AMOS, was established in 1973. It is an umbrella organisation that unites and supports media owners in common goal of upholding and promoting the highest professional and ethical standards of media in Singapore.

The Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers? (SMPTE?), has supported a century of technological advances in entertainment technology. For the past 100 years, SMPTE (pronounced "simp-tee") have sorted out the details of many significant advances in entertainment technology, from the introduction of "talkies" and color television to HD and UHD (4K, 8K) TV. Since its founding in 1916, the Society has earned an Oscar? and multiple Emmy? Awards for its work in advancing moving-imagery education and engineering across the communications, technology, media, and entertainment industries. The Society has developed thousands of standards, recommended practices, and engineering guidelines, more than 800 of which are currently in force.
SMPTE's global membership today includes 7,000 members, who are motion-imaging executives, engineers, creative and technology professionals, researchers, scientists, educators, and students. A partnership with the Hollywood Professional Association (HPA?) connects SMPTE and its membership with the professional community of businesses and individuals who provide the expertise, support, tools, and infrastructure for the creation and finishing of motion pictures, television programs, commercials, digital media, and other dynamic media content. 


?In the early 1900's, the soon-to-be motion picture industry was unorganized, lacking structure and leadership. Equipment was built differently according to each manufacturer, and standard practice was nonexistent.
At the same time, a world war was threatening, and the army saw a need for motion pictures for training and recording military events. The U.S. government attempted to bring order to this demanded industry by creating a body to lead development in motion pictures. The government looked to an inventor from Washington D.C. named C.F. Jenkins to chair the organization. Jenkins had developed the first motion picture projector in 1895 along with Thomas Armat, as well as several unique imaging devices, such as an underwater camera, and a panoramic camera for aerial views.
After two unsuccessful attempts at starting this organization, Jenkins met with two of his close colleagues to discuss a solution. Jenkins, E.K. Gillett, and N.I. Brown gathered on the Boardwalk of Atlantic City one day during the spring of 1915. They discussed past failures to generate an organized group to lead the motion picture industry, while recalling the successes of other engineering societies.
One year later, in July of 1916, the three men along with seven additional engineers met in Washington D.C. A unanimous decision was made to create a society of engineering specialists in the motion picture field. A constitution was then created, and Jenkins was named chairman of the Society of Motion Picture Engineers (SMPE).
In October of 1916, the group ratified the constitution, established committees, and elected Jenkins as president.
The "T" was added to the Society in 1950 to embrace the emerging television industry.
Today, SMPTE is recognized as the global leader in the development of standards and authoritative practices for film, television, video and multimedia.
To accomplish its educational goals, SMPTE organizes annual conferences and seminars. It also publishes the highly regarded SMPTE Journal, which is recognized around the world for its well-researched technical papers, tutorials, practical application articles, standards updates and SMPTE Section Reports.
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The Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE) is an international, award-winning technical society devoted to advancing the theory and application of film, television, video, computer imaging, telecommunications, and the related arts and sciences. The SMPTE currently serves nearly 10,000 members in 72 countries. Members of the Society are engineers, technical directors, cameramen, editors, technicians, and consultants; specialists in film processing, production and post-production; and practitioners from almost every other discipline in the motion-imaging industry.
The Society was founded in 1916, as the Society of Motion Picture Engineers (SMPE). The "T" was added in 1950 to embrace the emerging television industry. The SMPTE is now recognised around the globe as a leader in the development of standards and authoritative, consensus-based engineering guidelines to the worldwide marketplace. The Society serves all branches of film, video, multimedia, and computer imaging. The SMPTE supports the belief that by providing educational programs and promoting an exchange of technological information, members can advance in their profession and help to contribute to general understanding about the importance on industry technologies.
To accomplish its technical mission, the SMPTE organizes annual conferences as well as select educational forums, including seminars and tutorials. It also publishes the highly-respected SMPTE Journal, recognized around the world for its well-researched technical papers, tutorials, articles on practical applications, standards updates, and reports on SMPTE Sections activities.

ICTA's vision is a pioneer in the industrialization of development of cable television in Indonesia
Assist the government in building a society just and prosperous Indonesia
Opt encourage the achievement of the cable television industry in Indonesia
Educating employers cable television skilled, professional and dedicated to advancing the cable television industry
Participate in the activities of the Cable Television industry in the international

The Association of All Japan TV Program Production Companies (ATP), headquartered in Minato Ward, Tokyo, and headed by Board Chairman Hitoshi Kurauchi from Amazon Laterna Co, Ltd., has a membership of around 120 major TV program production companies based in Tokyo and Osaka. Since the establishment of ATP in 1982, we have consistently worked to improve the quality of television programming in order to advance broadcasting culture and enrich the cultural life of the nation. Our main activities include the ATP Award TV Grand Prix, an annual award project recognizing outstanding television programs-; the TV Program Production Company Joint Career Fair (formerly TV-EXM), held by television program production companies to find and train production personnel; and Tokyo Docs, a forum for promoting international co-production of documentary TV programs.

Cable Television, CATV, not only takes an important role in realizing comfortable society and affluent life by continuously delivering viewers the latest world news and daily information, but also aims to be the core medium in the broadband service arena.
Japan Cable Television Engineering Association (JCTEA) supports the rapid progress of the CATV industry on the hardware side.
Founded in July 1975 with the approval of the Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications (reorganized as Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communication in 2000), JCTEA currently comprises about 600 member corporations engaged in designing, manufacturing, installation and maintenance of CATV facilities.
JCTEA had been working on enhancing and facilitating the implementation and introduction of digital terrestrial television broadcasting especially for communal reception facilities of multi-story housing but also for communal reception facilities in urban areas and remote places with poor reception till year 2013.
Currently, JCTEA works for the development of CATV in the era of Ultra High Definition TV(4K/8K), smart TV, IP video.

Japan Cable and Telecommunications Association was established in September 1980 by cable television companies as its　main constituent members.
The purpose of Japan Cable and Telecommunications Association is to promote　cable television ethics through mutual enlightenment and cooperation among　cable television enterprises, as well as to cope with the problems common to　cable television enterprises, promote sound development and　popularization of cable television, and contribute to the promotion of public welfare.
Mutual communication among members and settlement of common problems.
Research study of the management and the development of cable　television business.
Communication and negotiation with relevant organizations about cable　television broadcasting business.
Enlightenment on and propagation of cable television broadcasting.
Education and training for those engaged in cable television business.
Research study of cable television enterprises' entry into telecommunication business and offering of information to them.
Other businesses necessary for attaining the purpose of the Association.

The association has been in charge of managing reproduction and transmission rights of the copyright works in Republic of Korea. Since established in 2000, we have grown under your interests and contribution.
Thanks to advance of the Internet, modern society has reached the information age. All the more, with the Korean wave, it is a situation in which the importance of our copyright protection has been emphasized worldwide. The public's perception to protect copyright, however, has long ways to go before reaching the level of the advanced one.
We are at the transitional situation, so we will implement copyright-related policies and systems to enhance the copyright owners' rights and benefits. We ask you a warm attention a support. Thank you.

Established in April 1994, the KCTA has as its members the nation’s leading SOs and PPs. The KCTA supports the development of the cable TV industry through broadcasting and telecommunication policy research, compilation of statistics, public relations, events, Korea Cable TV Awards and international exchanges.
Number of KCTA members: 149 (SO: 90 PP: 59/102 channel) 

The Malaysia Film Producers Association or Persatuan Pengeluar-pengeluar Filem Malaysia (PFM) was established in 1980. It is a professional organization providing promotion, advocacy, education and networking for our membership. Membership is open to any company or individual of high standing that has managerial, budget or creative control for the production of moving visual media.
PFM promotes the membership throughout our industry and to organizations of companies which use our services. We are advocates for our members in legal, business and political forums affecting our livelihood. The organization delivers on-going professional development to our members as producers, businesspeople and citizens. Finally, fellowship between members builds a network of resources and fosters friendly competition.
The Malaysia Film Producers Association was also the key player in gaining government recognition via FINAS to implement the ‘tax rebate’ and ‘wajib tayang or must show’ system for local film productions. Producers have gained from this implementation

Thailand Cable TV Association,

Welcome to the Indian Film and Television Producers Council’s (IFTPC) website. As one of the leading and prestigious councils of the industry, we seek to build long lasting partnerships with fellow film and television producers who share our vision of collaboration, progression and prosperity.
The prime purpose of our existence is to ensure that an amicable and productive environment prevails in the entertainment industry. We believe that where there is cooperation there is progress. We feel privileged to be able to solve some of the critical problems that our members face. We step in as an intermediary to resolve differences that our members may have with technicians, distributors, exhibitors, artists and other partners from the film fraternity. We are committed to maintain highest standards of professionalism and unbiased behaviour towards everyone we work with, the communities we touch, and the environment on which we have an impact. I would like to use this opportunity to introduce you to our aspiration, continuous commitment and positive impact.

From FICAP (Federation of International Cable TV Associations of the Philippines), the organization has changed its name to FICTAP (Federation of International Cable TV and Telecommunications Association of the Philippines) as approved by the Securities Exchange and Commission dated January 4, 2012 and operates by virtue of the laws of the Republic of the Philippines.
FICTAP is the largest non-profit organization of cable television operators from all over the country. Our 1,000-strong membership is composed of small and medium cable enterprises that have embraced the expansion from delivering traditional cable TV into telecommunications and value-added services.
We are presently located at Unit 1607, Sunset View Towers Condominium, Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines, the Federation is composed of small and medium CATV entrepreneurs, which operate in cities and in first to fifth class municipalities thus covering all regions of the country.

Although incorporated in May 1987 with businessman and former Senator, Ramon Magsaysay, Jr. as its founding chairman, PCTA’s beginnings could be traced to 1969 when American expatriate Russel Swartley — together with some Filipino businessmen, including Engr. Fernando Morales — set up the first cable television system in Baguio City.
The PHILIPPINE CABLE TELEVISION ASSOCIATION INC. (PCTA) is the umbrella organization of cable television operators in the Philippines. Its membership roster includes the biggest cable operators in the country as well as the medium and small cable operators who, through their pain-staking efforts, have succeeded in bringing up-to-date programs, information, and technology to the farthest island in the country. To date, the PCTA has 358 regular members and 30 affiliate members. Together, the PCTA member-cable operators are serving 75% of the total cable TV subscribers in the Philippines.

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