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Eurasian media forums on disinformation 2026

Entities: Xinhua News Agency (Sinxua) · Kabar (Kyrgyzstan National Information Agency) · Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) · Shanghai Cooperation Organization · KABAR

Overview

In July 2026 the Eurasian region hosted two major media gatherings focused on countering disinformation and fostering cooperation. The Shusha Global Media Forum, organized by Azerbaijan’s Media Development Agency, brought together about 160 journalists from 54 countries on 13‑14 July. Delegates discussed media’s role in peacebuilding, restoring public trust, combating misinformation and AI‑related ethical challenges.

Later in the month, from 27‑29 July, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) held its Media and Think‑Tank Forum in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, coinciding with the SCO’s 25th anniversary. Roughly 250 participants from 26 member and partner states, including representatives of leading media outlets, think tanks and government bodies, attended. Co‑organized by Kyrgyzstan’s information agency Kabar and China’s Xinhua, the forum’s theme “SCO in a new era: from mutual understanding to practical cooperation” guided discussions on disinformation, cybersecurity threats and the impact of digital technologies. Speakers such as Dayirbek Orunbekov, head of Kyrgyzstan’s Information Policy Service, and Kabar director Mederbek Shermetaliev highlighted the need for responsible journalism and professional analysis to build mutual trust across the SCO region.

These events illustrate a coordinated Eurasian effort in 2026 to address false information, enhance information security and establish joint ethical frameworks for media practice.

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how well corroborated each claim is across sources.

[● 6 SOURCES] Around 250 representatives from 26 SCO member and partner states attended the forum. (multiple)
[● 5 SOURCES] The event was organized by Kyrgyzstan’s national information agency Kabar and China’s Sinxua agency. (multiple)
[● 4 SOURCES] The 2026 SCO Media and Think Tank Forum was held in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan on 27 July 2026. (new)
[● 4 SOURCES] The forum marked the 25th anniversary of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation. (multiple)
[● 4 SOURCES] The forum aimed to strengthen information security, counter disinformation and address cybersecurity threats. (new)
[● 4 SOURCES] The forum’s theme was “SCO in a new era: from mutual understanding to practical cooperation”. (multiple)
[● 3 SOURCES] Dayirbek Orunbekov said information is the strongest tool influencing public consciousness and the future of states. (multiple)
[● 3 SOURCES] Mederbek Shermetaliev said the forum will become an important platform for developing new ideas and strengthening strategic partnership. (multiple)
[○ 1 SOURCE] The summit gathered about 260 representatives from nearly 150 mainstream media organisations, leading think tanks, government departments and the SCO Secretariat. (single)
[○ 1 SOURCE] Xinhua think tank released a report titled “Upholding Fairness and Justice and Improving Global Governance – Achievements, Opportunities, and Prospects for SCO Cooperation”. (single)

Timeline

5 days ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 8 sources
Shanghai Cooperation Organization Media Forum opens in Bishkek
The SCO Media Forum in Bishkek (July 27‑29 2026) marked the organisation’s 25th anniversary, hosting ~250 delegates from 26 states to boost information security, counter disinformation and foster media‑think‑t
22 days ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
Shusha Global Media Forum 2026 convenes 160 journalists and experts on media’s peace role
The 4th Shusha Global Media Forum (13‑14 July 2026, Azerbaijan) will host 160 journalists from 54 countries to discuss media’s role in peace, trust rebuilding, disinformation and AI ethics, with remarks from Il

Sources

antaranews.com · az.trend.az · azerbaijan-news.az · eyyubiye63.com · ichongqing.info · ohsem.me · sondakika.com · sputnik.kg · tr.trend.az · trend.az

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