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Implemented Audiovisual Media Law including content moderation regulation

On 21 March 2018, the Audiovisual Media Law was implemented, 90 days after its publication in the Umm al-Qura Gazette. The law ensures that the broadcasted media conforms to cultural, social, and legal considerations in the Kingdom. Any media conte…

Scope

Policy Area
Content moderation
Policy Instrument
Content moderation regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
online advertising provider, streaming service provider, other service provider
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
central government

Complete timeline of this policy change

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2017-12-12
adopted

On 12 December 2017, the Council of Ministers adopted the Audiovisual Media Law through Resolution …

2017-12-13
in grace period

On 13 December 2017, the Audiovisual Media Law entered into force through Royal Decree M/33. The l…

2018-03-21
in force

On 21 March 2018, the Audiovisual Media Law was implemented, 90 days after its publication in the …