KUWAIT, Oct 14 (KUNA) -- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) will host a media dialogue on Wednesday titled "KUNA Dialogue" as part of the "Kuwait Capital of Arab Culture and Media 2025" activities.
The event brings together prominent figures in media and thought leadership from Kuwait and across the Arab world, reflecting the agency's commitment to its national role and strategic media integration.
KUNA said in a press release that this dialogue supports its expanded responsibilities beyond traditional news reporting to fostering Kuwait's comprehensive national media message.
The agency emphasized that Kuwait's selection as Capital of Arab Culture and Media 2025 highlights the country's pioneering cultural and media role in the region and its strong foundations in responsible freedom of expression.
This recognition also reflects the unwavering support of the wise leadership for culture, media, and the arts in Kuwait, promoting national identity and creative expression across platforms.
The dialogue will explore Kuwait's media journey amid current global challenges, particularly technological advances and artificial intelligence shaping modern content creation and journalism.
The first session, "Official Media: Past and Present," will discuss KUNA's role, Kuwait Radio's legacy, and the evolution of Kuwait TV in portraying the national narrative.
Speakers include former KUNA editorial sector head Saad Al-Ali, Al-Rai Editor-in-Chief Waleed Al-Jasem, radio official Dr. Yousef Al-Suraie, and TV executive Bader Al-Dai.
The second session, "Press and New Media," will address print media in the digital age, online platforms as news sources, and ethical challenges facing journalists today.
Participants include FANA Secretary-General Dr. Fareed Ayar, BNA Director-General Abdulla Bouhaji, Petra Chairman Nabil Ghishan, and former Petra Director Ramadan Al-Rawashdeh.
The third session, "Media Role Integration," will explore collaboration across KUNA, TV, radio, and newspapers in truth delivery and shaping Kuwait's media future towards 2030.
Speakers in the third session include Al-Qabas Editor-in-Chief Waleed Al-Nisf, Kuwait Times Editor-in-Chief Dr. Ziad Al-Alyan, Kuwait Journalists Association Chairman Adnan Al-Rashed, and Al-Jarida Editor-in-Chief Nasser Al-Otaibi. (end) tm.kda.aai