The delegation discussed opportunities to develop bilateral media cooperation and relations, as well as knowledge transfer, cultural exchanges, and organisation of joint trainings.
A delegation from the Emirates News Agency (WAM), led by Director-General Mohamed Jalal Alrayssi, has embarked on a mission to Kigali, the capital of the Republic of Rwanda, to explore avenues of cooperation with several prominent media organisations.
During the visit, WAM inked cooperation and news exchange agreements with key entities including The New Times newspaper, IGIHE, a multimedia company based in Rwanda, the African News Agency (ANA), and Royal FM, owned by Mount Kigali University, according to a report by WAM.
The delegation also made rounds to the Rwanda Broadcast Agency, Mount Kigali University, and the University of Rwanda, engaging in discussions with officials from their respective media faculties.
The focus of these engagements centered on fostering bilateral media cooperation and relations, facilitating knowledge transfer, cultural exchanges, and organising joint training initiatives.
Director-General Alrayssi extended invitations to participate in the third edition of the Global Media Congress, scheduled to take place in Abu Dhabi in November 2024. The GMC serves as a global platform for organisations, companies, stakeholders, and media professionals to exchange experiences, forge partnerships, and stay abreast of the latest developments and innovations in the media sector on a global scale.
Emphasising WAM’s commitment, Director-General Alrayssi reiterated the agency’s dedication to establishing effective media partnerships with relevant organisations worldwide. He underscored WAM’s pursuit of building a network of constructive and fruitful international relations, bolstering its presence on the regional and international stage as a dependable source and esteemed news reference.
