Key Takeaways
- Ambassador Sohail Mahmood, D-8 Secretary-General, calls for stronger media cooperation.
- Vision includes a D-8 Media Excellence Center focusing on innovation and ethical journalism.
- Delegation attended the 4th Shusha Global Media Forum.
Ambassador Sohail Mahmood, Secretary-General of the Developing-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation (D-8), has called for enhanced media cooperation among member states during his participation in the 4th Shusha Global Media Forum. The forum, held in Shusha, Azerbaijan, serves as a platform for discussing and promoting media excellence across D-8 countries.
In his address at the event, Ambassador Mahmood highlighted the importance of collaboration to foster innovation, capacity-building, and ethical journalism within the region. He emphasized that the D-8 Media Excellence Center, which is being envisioned, will play a crucial role in achieving these goals by providing a hub for media professionals from member states.
The D-8 organization comprises eight developing countries: Bangladesh, Egypt, Indonesia, Iran, Malaysia, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Turkey. The Secretary-General’s call for stronger cooperation reflects the growing recognition of the media's role in shaping public opinion and driving socio-economic development across these nations.
During his visit to Shusha, Ambassador Mahmood also met with local media representatives and discussed potential areas of collaboration. He stressed that the D-8 Media Excellence Center will serve as a platform for sharing best practices, training journalists, and promoting cross-border media projects.
The forum’s agenda included discussions on digital journalism, media ethics, and the challenges faced by journalists in the region. Participants from various member states engaged in these sessions, contributing to a rich exchange of ideas and experiences.
Ambassador Mahmood’s visit underscores the D-8 organization's commitment to fostering a more interconnected and informed media landscape across its member countries. The Secretary-General’s vision for the Media Excellence Center is expected to enhance regional cooperation and strengthen the media sector in the coming years.
