Rita Vásquez, Editor-in-Chief of the La Prensa newspaper, said that the Global Media Congress (GMC) fosters connections among different countries, organisations, and cultures united by the shared ambition of advancing media. She highlighted the pivotal role of media events in discussing key issues, including the collaboration between media institutions and universities to shape an educated and empowered generation.
In a statement to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) during her participation in the Congress, Vásquez underscored the crucial need for optimal collaboration between media entities and schools, and tech companies amid the ongoing technological transformations.
Highlighting the imperative for media institutions to keep pace with technological advancements, Vásquez pointed out that media institutions must continue progressing to keep pace with technological developments, outlining the necessity for increased educational and scientific awareness in this field. She emphasised integrating these areas int
o the media sector and the ongoing collaboration to achieve a common goal that serves the community.
Vásquez participated in a dialogue session titled ‘How Can Media, Media Schools and Technology Companies Cooperate More’. Several topics related to the reality of media schools worldwide, the integration of innovation and artificial intelligence concepts into media content production, and the role of AI in enhancing journalistic work were discussed during the session.
Source: Emirates News Agency (WAM)
