Korea Communications Commission

Korea Communications Commission is a government agency based in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. Established in 2008, the agency is responsible for regulating broadcasting and communications services, protecting its users, and dealing with other matters required for maintaining the independence of broadcasting services. The key functions of the Commission include: the formulation and implementation of policies about terrestrial broadcasting, general service, and news-only program providers; the investigation and imposition of sanctions against violations conducted by broadcasting or communications business operators; the development and implementation of wide-ranging measures aimed at protecting users and their personal information; preventing the circulation of illegal or harmful information; the arrangement of broadcasting commercials; the formulation and enforcement of policies on programming and evaluation; and the development of policies for media diversification. The assets of the agency are managed by the board of directors.