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Eurasian media forums on disinformation 2026

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In July 2026 the Eurasian region hosted two major media gatherings were held in the Eurasian region, each aiming to tackle misinformation and strengthen cooperation among journalists focused on countering disinformation and information agencies. fostering cooperation. The Shusha Global Media Forum, organized by Azerbaijan’s Media Development Agency, convened roughly brought together about 160 media representatives journalists from 54 countries on 13‑14 July. Its agenda centred on the Delegates discussed media’s role of media in peacebuilding, restoring public trust, combating disinformation, misinformation and addressing AI‑related ethical challenges challenges. Later in journalism. Two weeks later, the month, from 27‑29 July, the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Organization (SCO) hosted held its Media and Think‑Tank Forum in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, drawing about coinciding with the SCO’s 25th anniversary. Roughly 250 participants from SCO 26 member and partner states. The event marked the SCO’s 25th anniversary states, including representatives of leading media outlets, think tanks and focused on government bodies, attended. Co‑organized by Kyrgyzstan’s information security, 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, cyber‑threats, cybersecurity threats and broader strategic cooperation 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. Together, these forums These events illustrate a coordinated regional Eurasian effort in 2026 to confront the spread of address false information, promote media‑driven dialogue, and develop joint enhance information security and establish joint ethical frameworks across diverse Eurasian nations. for media practice.

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