Lebanon’s Information Minister Paul Morcos met with UNESCO officials to discuss collaborative media projects and initiatives. Key topics included upcoming meetings, combating hate speech, and strategies on fake news. Morcos highlighted the agreement for delivering archival equipment to Télé Liban, further marking progress in media collaboration with UNESCO.
Lebanon’s Information Minister, Paul Morcos, convened a meeting with UNESCO officials, including Regional Office Director Costanza Farina, at the Télé Liban headquarters. Accompanying her were UNESCO’s Media and Communications Officer Georges Awad and the Head of the Media Education Unit.
The discussions primarily centered on ongoing collaborative projects between UNESCO and the Lebanese Ministry of Information. They also addressed the upcoming meeting scheduled at UNESCO’s Beirut office on March 19, along with critical topics such as combating hate speech, national policies on fake news, and the implications of artificial intelligence on media.
Minister Morcos emphasized the productive nature of the discussions, stating, “We discussed several key points regarding securing the support that has been repeatedly deliberated.” He noted the clear outcomes achieved, including the upcoming delivery of cameras and specialized equipment intended for archiving the historical footage of Télé Liban, which is recognized as a significant cultural asset for the Lebanese populace, with the arrangement set for March 19.
In conclusion, Minister Paul Morcos’ meeting with UNESCO officials highlighted ongoing media initiatives in Lebanon. The collaboration aims to address substantive issues within media, including fake news and hate speech. Furthermore, the agreement for the provision of archival equipment signifies an important step in preserving Lebanon’s media heritage.
Original Source: www.lbcgroup.tv
