Lebanon’s Information Minister Paul Morcos met with UNESCO officials to discuss media projects, including combating hate speech and the provision of equipment for archiving historical footage of Télé Liban. A meeting at UNESCO’s office is scheduled for March 19 to further address these initiatives.
On March 14, 2025, Lebanese Information Minister Paul Morcos convened with Costanza Farina, Director of UNESCO’s Regional Office in Beirut, at the Télé Liban headquarters. Accompanying her were UNESCO officials, including Media and Communications Officer Georges Awad and the Head of the Media Education Unit.
The discussions revolved around various ongoing collaborative projects between UNESCO and the Ministry of Information, forthcoming meetings at UNESCO’s Beirut office set for March 19, and critical topics such as combating hate speech, national policies on fake news, and the implications of artificial intelligence in media.
Minister Morcos emphasized the significance of their dialogue, stating, “We discussed several key points regarding securing the support that has been repeatedly deliberated.” He highlighted that they had identified clear outcomes, notably the delivery of specialized equipment for archiving Télé Liban’s historical footage, which is considered an invaluable resource for the Lebanese populace, with the scheduled date set for March 19.
In conclusion, the meeting between Minister Paul Morcos and UNESCO officials underscores the commitment to enhancing media capacity in Lebanon. With a focus on crucial issues such as misinformation and technology’s role in communication, significant steps are being made to leverage historical media assets through upcoming initiatives. The collaboration holds promise for strengthening the media landscape in Lebanon.
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