Manama:The Kingdom of Bahrain hosted the 29th meeting of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Information Ministers, chaired by Dr. Ramzan bin Abdulla Al Noaimi, the Minister of Information. The gathering was attended by GCC information ministers and Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, Secretary General of the GCC.
According to Bahrain News Agency, Dr. Al Noaimi conveyed greetings from His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, expressing their wishes for the meeting's success. He emphasized Bahrain's pride in hosting the meeting, which exemplifies the strong ties between GCC states and their collective commitment to enhancing media cooperation and integration.
Dr. Al Noaimi highlighted the importance of support from GCC leaders for joint action, which he stated is crucial for reinforcing solidarity and cooperation. He pointed out that the shared destiny and interests of GCC states necessitate a firm approach to Gulf solidarity as a strategic choice to protect their security, stability, and achievements amidst regional challenges.
The Information Minister also addressed the strategic role of Gulf media in supporting common GCC positions and defending member states' interests. He praised Gulf media institutions for their responsibility in countering what he termed Iranian attacks on GCC sovereignty and security. Dr. Al Noaimi emphasized the need for continued efforts to strengthen media readiness, promote balanced reporting, and counter misinformation.
Furthermore, he stressed the necessity for broader collaboration in the future of Gulf media. This includes developing an integrated media system that adapts to global changes like artificial intelligence and digital platforms, enhancing partnerships between media institutions, exchanging expertise, and investing in young professionals to elevate the quality of Gulf media content.
Dr. Al Noaimi also underscored the importance of boosting the international presence of Gulf media through multilingual messaging that reflects the civilised image of GCC states. He expressed hope that the meeting would yield practical steps to bolster media cooperation and integration in support of GCC states' shared interests and aspirations.
During the meeting, the GCC information ministers discussed various media-related issues, initiatives, and projects aimed at strengthening cooperation and integration among member states and enhancing coordination between their media institutions.
Source Bahrain News Agency