AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoTourism Regulation: Türkiye’s Culture and Tourism Ministry says tourism facilities must get music license certificates for music played in shared areas, with a deadline of Dec. 31. MENA Pop Culture: PepsiCo’s STING launches the “By Day We Obey, At Night We Let Go” campaign across Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, UAE, Algeria, Jordan and Libya, pairing local artists with a Gen Z “day vs night” theme. Global K-pop: BTS adds Jakarta and Bulacan dates, expanding its “ARIRANG” world tour to 88 shows. Music & Sport in the Region: Turkey’s TRT removes a World Cup commentator after he mixes up Iran and New Zealand during broadcasts. Israel/Palestine Music & Hope: A piece revisits David Broza’s “Yihyeh Tov” and newer “Od Yoter Tov” as songs of optimism amid conflict. Regional Arts: Istanbul Photo Awards 2026 opens in Ankara, with “Gaza, No Hope” winning Photo of the Year. Egypt Summer Scene: North Coast “Sahel season” party guide spotlights major electronic line-ups and dates. World Cup Culture: Gorillaz share Tottenham Stadium stage times and merch details for their first stadium show.
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