Doha:Syria is aiming to enhance its media cooperation and partnership with Qatar to leverage the latter's extensive expertise in developing Syria's media infrastructure. This initiative is part of Syria's broader effort to rebuild its media system and create opportunities for exchanging expertise, as stated by Syrian Minister of Information Dr. Khaled Zaarour in an interview with Qatar News Agency.
According to Qatar News Agency, Dr. Zaarour emphasized Syria's interest in learning from various global media experiences, particularly those of friendly nations, to significantly advance its media sector and address challenges inherited from the former regime. The collaboration with Qatar is seen as part of a strategic vision to build strong bilateral media relations beyond temporary initiatives.
Dr. Zaarour highlighted that the partnership is still in its early stages, focusing on professional familiarization, experience exchange, and exploring training and partnership opportunities. He pointed out that joint media and drama production could be areas of thriving cooperation. Furthermore, he underscored Syrian drama's vital role in the Arab cultural landscape and its potential to foster partnerships with Qatari media entities.
Discussing regional dynamics, Dr. Zaarour noted that conflicts and tensions in the region impact the media landscape, necessitating responsible media discourse based on facts. He advocated for robust collaboration among Arab media organizations to develop initiatives that enhance public awareness and social cohesion.
Reaffirming Syria's commitment to building strong media partnerships with regional nations, Dr. Zaarour praised Qatar's media achievements and technological advancements. He expressed a desire for ongoing communication and cooperation between Syrian and Qatari media to benefit both nations and strengthen Arab media's future capabilities.
Source Qatar News Agency
