Otar Dovzhenko: Ukraine’s media market is a tabula rasa that could aid in post-war recovery

Russia's invasion devastated Ukraine's media market, causing loss of audience, income, infrastructure, and more.
Ukraine's media market was founded on political influence rather than profitability. Oligarchs invested to gain influence, not revenue.
The war has removed the incentive for political influence, so oligarchs may abandon unprofitable outlets. This could allow a proper media market to develop.
Foreign investors could help rebuild the market. Ukraine has professional teams and high-quality equipment at affordable prices.
Helping rehabilitate Ukrainian media is important for the country's post-war recovery and development.

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