Zhengzhou: KUNA Acting Director General Mohammad Al-Mannai highlighted Kuwait's leadership in media, culture, and peaceful coexistence, emphasizing the country's commitment to dialogue and building international bridges.
According to Kuwait News Agency, Al-Mannai's statement came during his participation in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Media and Think Tank Summit held in Zhengzhou city, China. Al-Mannai noted that the summit provided a unique opportunity to formulate shared visions that consolidate the role of media in shaping awareness and guiding public policies.
He called for unified media efforts to address current and future challenges, and emphasized the importance of cultural dialogue and shared media bridges to enhance global understanding. He also addressed the shift from traditional media to digital platforms, advocating for the sharing of experiences and exploration of AI to enhance content and user experience.
Al-Mannai reaffirmed Arab institutions' commitment to cooperation, strengthening partnerships, and transforming shared interests and cultural intersections into opportunities for peace and development. He praised the large Arab participation in the summit, noting its significance in showcasing Arab media's role regionally and internationally.
KUNA's Acting Director General commended the active participation and constructive proposals aimed at enhancing cooperation among SCO member states and promoting sustainable development through think tank exchanges. The SCO's Media and Think Tank Summit is held in preparation for the leaders' summit scheduled in Tianjin on August 31 until September 1.
Apart from the acting director general, KUNA's delegation also includes Acting Editor-in-Chief Mohammad Al-Bahar and Head of Marketing and Public Relations Lamia Al-Farsi.