Philippines
Powerful commercial interests control or influence much of the media. The lively TV scene is dominated by the free-to-air networks ABS-CBN and GMA. Many TV broadcasters also operate radio networks. Press freedom is guaranteed under the 1987 constitution.
Press: There are about 17 daily newspapers. English-language daily newspapers include the Daily Tribune, Manila Bulletin (website: www.mb.com.ph), Malaya (website: www.malaya.com.ph), Manila Times (website: www.manilatimes.net), Philippine Daily Inquirer (website: www.inq7.net) and the Philippine Star (website: www.philstar.com).
TV: IBC is a government-owned network. Commercial networks include ABS-CBN and GMA Network.
Radio: Philippine Broadcasting Service (PBS) is a government-run network operating stations all over the Philippines. ABS-CBN, GMA Network, Manila Broadcasting Company and Radio Mindanao Network operate stations nationwide.
