The JoongAng Broadcasting Corp. (JBC) was established by the JoongAng Ilbo on April 6th 1999, following the acquisition of Q channel which focuses on culture and documentaries. With the establishment of JoongAng Broadcasting, JoongAng Media Network (JMnet) truly became Korea¡¯s leading comprehensive media group, encompassing newspapers, magazines, publishing, internet services, and broadcasting.
JBC operates four cable channels, which are joyful for viewers of all age groups: Q Channel, a comprehensive factual programming network that delivers living and engaging stories from all parts of the world; J Golf, a 24 hour golf channel that defines ¡®New Golf Style¡¯ ; The History Channel, a factual entertainment channel that quenches viewers¡¯ thirst for knowledge through a journey to the world history and culture and Cartoon Network, the world¡¯s best animation channel.
Together with the JoongAng Ilbo, one of Korea¡¯s most authoritative newspapers, JBC will continue in its role as the driving force behind the development of the country¡¯s media industry. As such, JBC will do its best to deliver quality programs to viewers of all times.