✔️ 2022-09-07 16:56:17 – Paris/France.
CAIRO (AP) — Egypt's media regulator on Wednesday called on Netflix and other online video services to embrace the Muslim country's "social values," a veiled reference to shows that touch on LGBTQ issues. .
The statement came a day after countries in the region asked Netflix to remove "offensive" content from its platform, apparently referring to programs featuring gay people.
According to the statement from the Egyptian government, the services of Streaming must respect the “principles of the society and the values of the country” where they transmit their videos. The document asks them to take “the necessary measures if the content transmitted contradicts the values of the company”.
The statement from the Supreme Media Regulatory Council did not provide further details. The Los Gatos, Calif.-based company did not comment.
Homosexuality is taboo in Egypt, where a 2013 survey by the Pew Research Center found that 93% of Egyptians believe it should be "rejected by society".
Although there are no actions explicitly prohibited by law, members of the LGBTQ community are often accused of "immorality" and "licentiousness". Authorities frequently arrest gay people in raids on private parties and places such as public restrooms, restaurants and bars.
The Egyptian film industry, so celebrated in the Middle East, also does not allow films or programs where there are gays or lesbians.
In June, countries in the Muslim world banned the public screening of Disney's latest animated film, "Lightyear", because there is a scene where two female characters kiss.
In January, Netflix's first Arabic film, "No Dearer Friends," sparked controversy, with critics saying it threatened family and religious values and promoted homosexuality. At least one lawmaker, Mostafa Bakry, has called for a ban on Netflix in Egypt.
SOURCE: Reviews News
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