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Bosnian Public Broadcaster Faces Closure, Launches Donation Drive to Survive

From Der Standard · () German

Translated from German, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The public broadcaster BHRT in Bosnia and Herzegovina faces closure due to high debt, underinvestment, and political pressure.
  • A fundraising campaign has been launched to save the station, with the European Broadcasting Union warning of its potential demise.
  • BHRT is calling on companies, institutions, and individuals to financially support its continued operation.

Bosnia's public broadcaster, BHRT, is on the brink of shutting down, facing a severe financial crisis fueled by mounting debt, a lack of investment, and political interference. In a desperate bid to survive, BHRT has initiated a public fundraising campaign, appealing for financial aid from businesses, institutions, and private citizens.

The European Broadcasting Union has voiced concerns, warning of the potential closure of the Bosnian-Herzegovinian broadcaster. Journalists from BHRT held a protest in February, highlighting the precarious situation.

The broadcaster's financial woes stem from a combination of factors, including outstanding contribution payments and significant debts, which have weakened its budget and hindered necessary investments. The ongoing political pressure further exacerbates the challenges, threatening the future of public service broadcasting in the country.

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Originally published by Der Standard in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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