Arab Media Summit: Regional voices look to a wider global audience
Wednesday's session of the 24th Arab Media Summit in Dubai has shifted the discussion towards a central que...
The 11th annual meeting of the Black Sea Broadcasting Regulatory Authorities Forum (BRAF) opened in Baku, emphasizing the protection of children in media services.
The Audiovisual Council of the Republic of Azerbaijan hosted the 11th annual session of the Black Sea Broadcasting Regulatory Authorities Forum (BRAF), drawing high-level participants from across the region to discuss regulatory cooperation and child protection in the media.
Around 30 heads and senior representatives from regulatory authorities of Serbia, Romania, Greece, Albania, Bulgaria, Türkiye, Moldova, Georgia, and Azerbaijan attended the event. Azerbaijani institutions, including the State Committee for Family, Women and Children Affairs and the Media Development Agency, as well as local media organizations, were also present.
This year’s forum placed a special focus on safeguarding children in audiovisual content and services, as regional regulators shared ideas, policies, and strategies to ensure safe media environments for younger audiences.
BRAF continues to serve as a vital regional platform that promotes collaboration and the exchange of best practices among Black Sea nations in the field of broadcasting regulation.
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