China to host GNF 2027
In a historic move, the 2027 Global News Forum (GNF) will be hosted by China Media Group (CMG), with CCTV+ taking the leading role in the first-ever event to be held in China. CMG is a key member of the Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union (ABU). CCTV+ is taking the lead with full support from its Chief […]
Hanizah Hamzah bids farewell
Above all achievements, co-productions, and international exchanges, it is the personal relationships and friendships forged across borders that Hanizah Hamzah cherishes most from her time at the Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union (ABU). In a farewell speech to ABU colleagues, the former Head of Television reflected on her journey, emphasising that the best part of working at […]
PSM’s new Asiavision coordinator
Public Service Media (PSM) Maldives has appointed Mohamed Jinah Ali as its new Asiavision coordinator. Jinah currently serves as PSM’s Manager of International Affairs overseeing international and sports content, brings nearly two decades of media experience to the role. He succeeds Mariyam Shaushath, who stepped down following her transition to the corporate sector. In July […]
How newsrooms can expose corruption at major sports events
As the Asia-Pacific region prepares for major sporting events like the 2027 SEA Games in Malaysia, sports journalism is expanding far beyond tracking game scores. Today, investigative reporters play a crucial role in holding sports officials, governments, and sponsors accountable off the field. At the Sarawak National Integrity Sports Conference (SNISC 2026), organised alongside the […]
A closer look at the work of sports journalists
Written by: Amir Khaidar, ABU Sports Senior Project Manager Since returning from my assignment at the Asian Games in Japan, I have found myself reflecting on moments I witnessed there, both on and off the field of play. My time at the Games also gave me an opportunity to observe something audiences rarely see: the […]
Asiavision usage hits record
The Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union (ABU) News department presentation at the annual General Assembly in Colombo, Sri Lanka, revealed remarkable performance statistics. Driven by structural acceleration across member newsrooms, monthly upload velocity and download demand at Asiavision surged to unprecedented heights during the 2025–2026 reporting period. ABU News Vice Chair Nesryn Bouziane noted that supply growth […]
ABU GA2026 | Engineering Awards Recognise Excellence in Broadcast Technology and Innovation
The Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union (ABU) celebrates the recipients of the ABU Engineering Awards 2026, recognising outstanding contributions to broadcast engineering, technological innovation and the advancement of broadcasting across the Asia-Pacific region. The awards form part of the Technical Committee proceedings at the 63rd ABU General Assembly & Associated Meetings, taking place from 30 October to […]
Broadcasters play key role in raising breast cancer awareness
Behind every breast cancer diagnosis is a personal story of fear, courage and hope. As October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month, broadcasters have a powerful role to play in sharing these stories, breaking the stigma surrounding the disease and encouraging more people to recognise the warning signs and seek early screening. Every year, pink ribbons […]
ABU GA set for Colombo
The Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union (ABU) General Assembly in Colombo, Sri Lanka, brings together media leaders, journalists, and technology innovators under the core theme “Media for Peace and Humanity: Truth, Trust, and Transformation.” As artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes content creation and distribution, this year’s assembly serves as a critical junction for addressing how newsrooms can harness […]
From The Editor’s Desk: 48 hours to go. Colombo, here we come!
In just 48 hours, the 63rd ABU General Assembly and Associated Meetings will officially begin in Colombo, Sri Lanka. After months of planning, countless conversations, endless preparations and more than a few last-minute changes, the moment we have all been working towards is almost here. From 30 October to 3 November, Colombo will become the […]
