TVRI Strengthens Cultural Preservation Through New Broadcasting Partnership
Indonesia’s public broadcaster, Televisi Republik Indonesia (TVRI), has entered into a strategic partnership with the Nusantara Arts and Culture Committee (KSBN) to strengthen the preservation and promotion of Indonesia’s rich artistic and cultural heritage. The collaboration was formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on 12 October 2026 at TVRI’s West Nusa Tenggara (NTB) […]
Khabar Agency Expands Live News Coverage and Embraces AI Innovation
Kazakhstan’s Khabar Agency has introduced a new broadcasting format for its 24KZ television channel, significantly expanding live news coverage while outlining plans to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into its content management operations. The developments were announced by Khabar Agency Chairperson Lyazzat Tanysbai during Astana Media Week 2026 on 14 October, where media professionals and technology […]
PSM Strengthens Public Engagement Through Tenth Ahaa Forum
Maldives’ Public Service Media (PSM), in collaboration with the President’s Office, has hosted the tenth edition of the Ahaa Forum, continuing its efforts to facilitate direct dialogue between citizens and government representatives. Held on 18 October 2026, the two-hour live programme featured Cabinet Ministers responsible for youth, finance and environmental affairs, who responded to public […]
PTV Calls for Stronger Pakistan–China Media Collaboration and Joint Productions
Pakistan Television Corporation (PTV) has highlighted opportunities to strengthen broadcasting cooperation with China Media Group (CMG), including the development of joint documentaries and collaborative media projects. Speaking during an interview with CGTN Urdu’s Top View programme, PTV Managing Director and Federal Secretary for Information and Broadcasting Ashfaq Ahmad Khalil emphasised the importance of translating existing […]
Qatar Media Corporation Promotes Digital Responsibility Through Nahj Initiative
Qatar Media Corporation (QMC) has strengthened its efforts to promote responsible digital communication through an awareness seminar organised in collaboration with Qatar’s Police Academy. Held on 17 October 2026, the seminar formed part of QMC’s Nahj initiative, which aims to encourage ethical communication, responsible content creation and positive engagement across digital platforms. The session brought […]
TRT Celebrates Emerging Media Talent at 12th Future Communicators Competition
Turkish Radio and Television Corporation (TRT) has recognised the next generation of media professionals through the 12th TRT Future Communicators Competition, highlighting the creativity, innovation and storytelling abilities of young communicators. The awards ceremony, held on 14 October 2026 at Türkiye’s Ministry of National Education Council Hall, celebrated outstanding contributions from aspiring media professionals across […]
VTV Launches Fourth Season of Student Reality Programme
Vietnam Television (VTV) has launched the fourth season of Sinh viên thế hệ mới (New Generation Students), a reality television programme showcasing the creativity, initiative and problem-solving abilities of Vietnamese university students. Premiering on VTV3 on 17 October 2026, the programme provides a platform for young people to develop ideas, work collaboratively and demonstrate their […]
Beyond the Haze: Media, Accountability and ASEAN
By Amira Ismail In recent months, Southeast Asia countries, especially Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and the Philippines, have been badly hit by the ongoing haze situation. Transboundary haze pollution has affected thousands and millions of people across the region, causing air pollution, health issues related to haze exposure, and a general decline in the quality […]
DW Akademie and Radio Workshop Launch Video Series on Audio Storytelling
DW Akademie, in partnership with Radio Workshop, has developed a six-part video training series titled Audio Storytelling – Step by Step, offering practical guidance on creating compelling narrative podcasts and audio documentaries. Designed for journalists, media professionals, communicators and aspiring storytellers, the series takes viewers behind the scenes of a real audio documentary, providing a […]
ABU Brings Global Media Leaders Together to Advance Trusted Content
On Tuesday, 13 October 2026, hundreds of participants coming from broadcaster, publishers, technologists and industry vendors gathered at Gate City Hall in Tokyo for the Media Provenance Summit Tokyo 2026, themed “Shaping the Future of Trusted Content From Asia-Pacific.” The summit was hosted by the Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union (ABU), with co-organising support from the NHK […]
