Arab news agencies have an imperative role in broadcasting trustworthy and factual information, mainly in light of current global events, Kuwait's Minister of Information and Culture and Minister of State for Youth Affairs Abdurrahman Al-Mutairi said on Monday. Meeting with the Federation of Arab News Agencies' (FANA) head and members partaking in the 51st General Assembly currently hosted by Kuwait News Agency (KUNA), Al-Mutairi extolled the Federation's role in backing communication, and sharing news and information among Arab countries. During the meeting, bolstering cooperation in a manner that contributes to developing media and enhancing integration among Arab news agencies, was discussed. Kuwait has been committed to providing full support to the Federation to help it successfully achieve a common vision of Arab media and enhance its position globally, Al-Mutairi affirmed. Arabs' media cooperation strengthens common values and transmits a true image about Arab societies, he noted. Al-Mutairi urged the heads of delegations to seize opportunity of such meetings to develop mechanisms of media action and enhance sharing expertise to serve Arab nations. Meanwhile, President of FANA and Acting Director of WAM, Dr. Jamal Al-Kaabi said the largest media challenge is how to unify frameworks of cohesive Arab media that shows "our identity, carries our culture and meets ambitions of our leaders and peoples." He appreciated Kuwait for hosting this event, which boosts joint Arab media action. The minister accompanied the FANA's delegation in a tour to the Ministry of Information Museum, which highlights media history in Kuwait. Source: Kuwait News Agency
