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Media Industries and Cultural Diversity: Global Perspectives

by David White 1,*
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Received: 25 February 2022 / Accepted: 25 March 2022 / Published Online: 14 April 2022

Abstract

This paper examines the complex interplay between media industries and cultural diversity from a global perspective. It argues that while media industries have the potential to homogenize global culture through the spread of dominant cultural narratives, they also play a crucial role in promoting and sustaining cultural diversity. The analysis incorporates case studies from various regions of the world, highlighting how media industries in different cultures navigate the tensions between globalization and localization. It discusses the role of technology in facilitating cross-cultural exchanges and the impact of national and international policies on the diversity of media content. The paper further explores the economic, political, and social factors that influence the production and consumption of diverse media products, ultimately concluding that a balanced approach to media governance is essential for fostering a truly diverse and inclusive global media landscape.


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White, D. (2022). Media Industries and Cultural Diversity: Global Perspectives. Frontiers of Creative Media Industries and Cultural Studies, 4(1), 28. doi:10.69610/j.fcmics.20220414
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White, D. Media Industries and Cultural Diversity: Global Perspectives. Frontiers of Creative Media Industries and Cultural Studies, 2022, 4, 28. doi:10.69610/j.fcmics.20220414
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White D. Media Industries and Cultural Diversity: Global Perspectives. Frontiers of Creative Media Industries and Cultural Studies; 2022, 4(1):28. doi:10.69610/j.fcmics.20220414
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White, David 2022. "Media Industries and Cultural Diversity: Global Perspectives" Frontiers of Creative Media Industries and Cultural Studies 4, no.1:28. doi:10.69610/j.fcmics.20220414

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White, D. Media Industries and Cultural Diversity: Global Perspectives. Frontiers of Creative Media Industries and Cultural Studies, 2022, 4, 28. doi:10.69610/j.fcmics.20220414
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White D. Media Industries and Cultural Diversity: Global Perspectives. Frontiers of Creative Media Industries and Cultural Studies; 2022, 4(1):28. doi:10.69610/j.fcmics.20220414
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White, David 2022. "Media Industries and Cultural Diversity: Global Perspectives" Frontiers of Creative Media Industries and Cultural Studies 4, no.1:28. doi:10.69610/j.fcmics.20220414
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White, D. (2022). Media Industries and Cultural Diversity: Global Perspectives. Frontiers of Creative Media Industries and Cultural Studies, 4(1), 28. doi:10.69610/j.fcmics.20220414

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