European Film and Audiovisual Sector Joint Statement Regarding the Proposed AgoraEU - MEDIA+ Programme
Brussels, 20th April 2026 We, the European organisations representing the entire European film and audiovisual sector, would like to highlight the pivotal role played by the Creative Europe – MEDIA Programme, which is celebrating its 35th anniversary this year. This milestone demonstrates the programme’s value and impact and makes it a true European success story. Over the past decades, MEDIA has supported and promoted Europe's culture on a global scale, encouraging cultural


Belgian court upholds the legal foundation of investment obligations under the AVMS Directive
CEPI, the European Audiovisual Production Association, welcomes the ruling of the Belgian Constitutional Court upholding the investment obligations imposed by the Fédération Wallonie-Bruxelles on audiovisual media service providers, including streaming platforms. This ruling confirms that the investment obligations imposed by the Fédération Wallonie-Bruxelles are constitutionally valid, and rejects the majority of Netflix's claims against it. This decision confirms that the l


CEPI welcomes the signature of the Convention on Series Co-production by 9 Member States today
Lille, March 26th, 2026: Today, CEPI, the European Audiovisual Production Association welcomes the opening for signature of the Council of Europe Convention on the Co-production of Audiovisual Works in the Form of Series. The ceremony, chaired by Council of Europe Secretary General Alain Berset, took place at the Series Mania Forum in Lille. In a strong demonstration of commitment to European collaboration in the audiovisual sector, 9 Council of Europe member states signed t




