Cairo:At the 56th ordinary session of the Council of Arab Information Ministers held at the Arab League headquarters, Jordan's representative, Momani, emphasized the need for enhanced cooperation among Arab media to tackle regional challenges effectively.
According to Jordan News Agency, Momani, leading the Jordanian delegation, underscored the importance of unified efforts in addressing the political, security, and humanitarian issues facing the region. He highlighted the rapid advancements in communication technologies and artificial intelligence, which have raised concerns about information accuracy and credibility.
Momani reiterated the significance of the Palestinian cause as a central priority for Arab nations, urging collective action to defend Palestinian rights and counter misinformation. He called for Arab media to play a crucial role in documenting the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip and opposing illegal measures in the West Bank and Jerusalem.
Furthermore, Momani expressed Jordan's steadfast support for the establishment of an independent Palestinian state based on the June 4, 1967 lines, with East Jerusalem as its capital, in line with the two-state solution. He also reaffirmed Jordan's commitment to protecting holy sites in Jerusalem under the Hashemite Custodianship.
Addressing the impact of AI and digital advancements, Momani stressed the necessity of modernizing Arab media institutions and enhancing media literacy. He shared Jordan's initiatives in integrating modern technologies into government communication, aiming for improved interaction with citizens and media.
Momani encouraged Arab nations to form practical partnerships to strengthen media institutions and expand Arabic content. He expressed optimism that the session would yield actionable outcomes to bolster the Arab media's influence on global platforms.
During the meeting, Momani congratulated Somalia's Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism, Abdifatah Qasim Mohamud, on assuming the council's presidency and praised Syria's previous term leadership. He participated in discussions on strengthening joint Arab media cooperation and implementing strategic decisions.
Source Jordan News Agency