(241120) — RASHT, Nov. 20, 2024 (Xinhua) — Secretary of the media festival Mehdi Parsa speaks during the closing ceremony of the third national and international media festival in Rasht, Iran, Nov. 19, 2024. The third national and international media festival concluded in Rasht on Tuesday. (Xinhua/Shadati)
On November 20, 2024, Iran hosted the 24th Iran Media Expo in Tehran, an event celebrating advancements in the media industry. This year’s expo featured participation from Iranian and international media outlets, including resistance media from countries such as Afghanistan, Pakistan, Turkey, Tunisia, Iraq, Yemen, Palestine, and Lebanon. The event highlighted discussions on contemporary media trends and provided a platform for showcasing journalistic achievements.
The expo also emphasized topics like combating misinformation and supporting narratives aligned with resistance media themes, including coverage of the ongoing Gaza situation. Iranian agencies like Mehr News Agency and Fars News Agency, alongside international outlets like Al-Manar and Al-Mayadeen, participated in the event.
Purpose
The purpose of the Iran Media Expo, part of Iran’s annual media festival, is to promote the development of the media industry, foster dialogue among journalists and media professionals, and showcase technological and journalistic advancements. Key objectives include:
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Highlighting Achievements: The expo provides a platform for media organizations to present their accomplishments, innovations, and contributions to the field of journalism.
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Encouraging Collaboration: It serves as a meeting point for journalists, media outlets, and policymakers from Iran and abroad to exchange ideas and strategies.
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Promoting Resistance Narratives: This year, the event emphasized resistance media, focusing on narratives that counter misinformation and highlight regional issues like the situation in Gaza​
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Fostering Media Excellence: Awards and recognitions are presented to media outlets that excel in areas such as journalistic integrity, innovation, and impact​
The expo reflects Iran’s commitment to strengthening its media sector and leveraging it for cultural and political advocacy.