Mediacorp wins 15 awards at ContentAsia Awards in Bangkok
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At a glance
- Mediacorp received 15 awards at the ContentAsia Awards 2026 in Bangkok, including eight for its news channel CNA.
- The awards recognized content across current affairs, social and environmental impact, entertainment, and microdrama categories.
- CNA's winning programs included "One 'Orphan' Every Hour" for Best Current Affairs and "Inside the Great ATM Heist" for Best Factual Programme.
Singapore's Mediacorp has achieved significant recognition at the ContentAsia Awards 2026, securing a total of 15 accolades in Bangkok. The company's news division, Channel News Asia (CNA), was a major contributor, clinching eight of these awards.
The haul included six gold, five silver, and four bronze prizes, showcasing Mediacorp's diverse content creation capabilities across various genres. These categories spanned current affairs, social and environmental impact, entertainment, and microdrama, highlighting the breadth of the company's programming.
CNA's success was particularly notable, with two gold, five silver, and one bronze award. Among its gold-winning programs was "One 'Orphan' Every Hour," which was honored as the Best Current Affairs Programme Made in Asia for Regional Asia and/or International Markets. This program delves into the complex history of South Korean child adoptions in Western countries following the Korean War.
Another significant win for CNA was "Inside the Great ATM Heist," recognized as the Best Factual Programme Made in Asia for a Single Asian Market. This documentary investigates Taiwan's first-ever remote bank ATM hacking spree, offering a compelling look at a high-stakes criminal event. Mediacorp stated that these awards underscore its ability to serve local audiences while producing content with broad regional and international appeal.
The results underline Mediacorpโs ability to serve audiences at home while creating content with relevance and appeal across markets.
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