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24/12/2025

Season’s Greetings from ABU!

As the year comes to a close, we want to send our warmest greetings to all our members, partners, and colleagues across the Asia-Pacific region.

2025 has been a year of learning, collaboration, and shared achievements. Thank you for being part of our journey and helping us grow together.

As the new year approaches, we hope you have time to relax, recharge, and enjoy moments with your loved ones.

Wishing you a joyful season and a happy year ahead!

08/12/2025

Discover how AI is being explored, applied, and understood across ABU member organisations in this special 2025 webinar!

Join us on 11 December 2025 at 2:00 PM (Kuala Lumpur Time) for an inspiring session featuring experts from Singapore, Vietnam, Kazakhstan, Japan, and the Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union.

Whether you are a seasoned expert, a curious beginner, a project manager, a content creator, or a strategist — this session is for you. Your voice and curiosity matter in shaping the future of AI within ABU.

👉 Register now: https://www.abu.org.my/reg-6s4l
🔗For more details, visit here: https://www.abu.org.my/academy/abu-ai-hub-inaugural-session/

27/11/2025

Day 2: Disaster Preparedness & Response 🌏📰

The 9th ABU Media Summit focused on strengthening media’s role in disaster preparedness and response. Sessions covered everything from early warning systems, radio communication during crises, and interactive disaster newsroom simulations to innovative, people-centred approaches for sharing critical information.

Swipe through the slides to see highlights from a dynamic and impactful day! 📸

26/11/2025

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26/11/2025

As disasters grow more frequent and misinformation spreads faster than ever, UNESCO and the ABU have unveiled a groundbreaking UNESCO Model Disaster Preparedness and Response Plan (DPRP) — the first blueprint designed to keep journalists safe, keep newsrooms functioning, and strengthen their armour against false narratives.

Developed with experts from 30 disaster-prone countries, this plan redefines the role of media as life-saving partners in crisis communication. As Dr Tawfik Jelassi noted: “When crises strike, verified information can save lives.”

Stronger newsrooms mean stronger, more resilient communities.

👉 Read the full story and discover why this matters now more than ever: https://www.abu.org.my/2025/11/26/response-plan-launched-for-media-institutions/

26/11/2025

Day 1 of the 9th ABU Media Summit highlighted the media’s crucial role in disaster preparedness.

Summit sessions emphasised the importance of accurate scientific reporting, clear communication, and regional collaboration to save lives during disasters.

Read more here: https://www.abu.org.my/2025/11/26/9th-abu-media-summit-highlights-medias-role-in-disaster-preparedness/

Stay tuned for more updates from the summit!

25/11/2025

The 9th ABU Media Summit on Climate Action & Disaster Prevention has officially begun in Colombo, Sri Lanka!

The summit opened with a traditional welcome by SLRC, highlighting the vital role of media in disaster preparedness and response. ABU Secretary-General, Ahmed Nadeem stressed that timely, accurate information saves lives, while SLRC Chairman, Gihan de Silva emphasised media’s power to inform, inspire, and create meaningful impact.

Read here: https://www.abu.org.my/2025/11/25/9th-abu-summit-on-climate-action-and-disaster-prevention-kicks-off-in-colombo/

25/11/2025

The 9th ABU Media Summit on Climate Action & Disaster Prevention (CADP) 2025 is LIVE NOW!

Join global media leaders, policymakers, and experts as they discuss how media can shape climate action and disaster prevention. Don’t miss the insights and discussions happening right now.

📱 Watch the livestream here: https://www.youtube.com/live/2s4nN8-N1u4

Be part of the conversation and see how media is making a difference!

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25/11/2025

Countdown Begins! 🌟

The TRT International Children’s Media Summit is returning on 6 December 2025!
Join global experts, policymakers, academics, and sector leaders as they discuss how to build a responsible, inclusive, and value-centred digital future for children.

🔹 Theme: Children’s Media in the Digital Era: Empowering Families, Building Values
🔹 More info & registration: www.trtchildrensmedia.com

24/11/2025

The 9th ABU Media Summit on Climate Action & Disaster Prevention brings together some of the region’s most influential industry experts, sharing their expertise on building resilient communities and advancing climate action.

Industry experts bringing their insights to the stage:
▪️Xu Jing – Programme Specialist, UNESCO
▪️Ganga Kariyawasam – Head of Programmes, Sri Lanka Red Cross Society
▪️Pradeep Kodippili - Director, Disaster Management Center, Sri-Lanka
▪️Eng. S.P.C. Sugeeshwara – Additional Secretary to the President (Clean Sri Lanka Programme)
▪️Mathew Phillips – Steering Board Member, Digital Radio Mondiale (DRM)

📅 25–27 November 2025
📍 Colombo, Sri Lanka

From innovative strategies to inspiring stories on the ground, these experts are turning knowledge into action — and you won’t want to miss it!

🎥 Tune in for the livestream tomorrow and hear directly from the experts driving change!

24/11/2025

The 9th ABU Media Summit on Climate Action & Disaster Prevention is just one day away, and we’re bringing together some of the most passionate media professionals championing climate stories and resilience across the region.

These inspiring voices are stepping onto the CADP stage to share powerful insights, breakthrough ideas, and on-the-ground experiences that drive real change:

Meet the Media Professionals:
▪️Arush Balalla – Young Journalist, SLRC Sri Lanka
▪️Varinder Gambhir – Country Director, BBC Media Action
▪️Md. Al Mamun – Country Director, Bangladesh &
Regional Director, South-East Asia BBC Media Action
▪️ Marina Kostova – Deputy Editor-in-Chief, SDK, North Macedonia
▪️Senali Wijesooriya – Communication Specialist, ChildFund Sri Lanka

From climate storytelling to disaster resilience strategies, their contributions will shape conversations that matter.

🔗 Discover all the latest updates & event details: CADP 2026 – Visit here:https://events.abu.org.my/eventcalendar/9th-abu-media-summit-on-climate-action-and-disaster-prevention/

See you at CADP 2025 tomorrow!