European Broadcasting Union

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The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) is an international organization established in 1950 by Western European countries. It comprises over 30 member nations, including countries from Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East, along with numerous associate members worldwide. The EBU was formed to facilitate cooperation among national broadcasting organizations, particularly when geopolitical tensions made other international bodies difficult to operate. It serves as a platform for collaboration and information exchange within the broadcasting industry.1

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