Attaullah Tarar Attends International Media Conference in Riyadh

Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Information, Broadcasting, National Heritage, and Culture, Attaullah Tarar, has arrived in Riyadh to participate in the inaugural session of the International Media Conference organized by the Saudi Media Group.

The three-day conference, running from Wednesday to Friday, brings together global media leaders, policymakers, and industry experts to discuss the future of digital journalism, media economics, and technological advancements.

The inaugural session features prominent figures, including Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Energy, Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud, and former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, among others.

During the event, Attaullah Tarar engaged in discussions with global leaders, emphasizing Pakistan’s commitment to modernizing its media landscape and addressing challenges such as fake news, artificial intelligence, and digital content regulation.

Conference Highlights

The forum is set to explore:
✅ Digital Journalism & Content Creation – Trends shaping the future of media.
✅ New Business Models & Financial Sustainability – Strategies for media organizations in the digital age.
✅ Combating Misinformation – Addressing fake news and restoring public trust.
✅ Artificial Intelligence in Journalism – Ethical and practical implications of AI-driven reporting.
✅ Entertainment & Digital Streaming – The evolution of media consumption patterns.

Tarar highlighted Pakistan’s digital transformation initiatives, stressing the importance of collaborative efforts to enhance media credibility, combat disinformation, and foster regional cooperation.

The conference is expected to set the stage for new partnerships and policy frameworks shaping the future of global journalism and media innovation.