AIBD Director Mr. Yang Binyuan paid an official visit to Cambodia from 26 to 29 November 2013 to contribute for successful preparations of the 40th Annual Gathering / 13th AIBD General Conference & Associated Meetings, to be hosted by the Ministry of Information in Phnom Penh, Cambodia from 13 to 15 August 2014.
AIBD Director Mr. Yang Binyuan paid an official visit to Cambodia from 26 to 29 November 2013 to contribute for successful preparations of the 40th Annual Gathering / 13th AIBD General Conference & Associated Meetings, to be hosted by the Ministry of Information in Phnom Penh, Cambodia from 13 to 15 August 2014.
The visit was fruitful as it provided an opportunity for AIBD and broadcasting organizations in Cambodia to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the future.
Courtesy Call to Minister of Information
On November 27, together with AIBD Programme Manager, Mr. Saqib Sheikh, AIBD team paid a courtesy call to Dr. Khieu Kanharith, Minister of Information of Cambodia.
During the meeting, Dr. Khieu Kanharith pledged that since this will be the first time in history for Cambodia to host the AIBD General Conference, they would do its best to make the AIBD GC 2014 a resounding success. He said that the Ministry of Information will form different sub-committees to best organise the conference.
AIBD Director Mr. Yang Binyuan thanked Dr. Khieu Kanharith for their commitment to host the AIBD GC 2014 and pledged AIBD’s continued support to Cambodia in training and capacity building initiatives. Mr. Yang Binyuan also invited Dr. Khieu Kanharith to attend the Asia Media Summit 2014 to be held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
After the courtesy call, AIBD team held working group meeting with Mr. Has Sam Ath, Advisor to Ministry of Information and Deputy Director-General for Administration and Finance on the detailed planning of the AIBD GC 2014 and agreed to keep regular contact on the preparations.
Visit TVK and RNK
Also on November 27, AIBD team visited National Television of Cambodia (TVK) and Radio National of Cambodia (RNK).
At TVK headquarters, Mr. Yang Binyuan met with Mr. Kem Gunawadh, Director-General of TVK. Mr. Kem Gunawadh said that they will work closely with the Ministry of Information to better prepare in hosting the AIBD GC 2014 in Cambodia. He also gave his recommendations for the GC programme.
At RNK headquarters, Mr. Yang Binyuan met with the management team of RNK and discussed with them the planning of AIBD GC 2014 and cooperation in training and capacity building projects, in particular in areas such as digital archiving, broadcast management and technology.
GC Hotel Inspection
To inspect and finalise the hotel of the AIBD GC 2014 is on top of the agenda during AIBD team’s stay in Phnom Penh.
From November 27 to 28, AIBD team visited four hotels, namely, Intercontinental, Himawari, Cambodiana and Phnom Penh.
During the visit to each hotel, AIBD team met the hotel management, inspected the rooms, conference facilities and restaurants.
In consultation with the Ministry of Information, AIBD will choose an international hotel which is able to provide best professional services with a safe and sound environment.
Cambodia to Host GC 2014
AIBD Director Mr. Yang Binyuan paid an official visit to Cambodia from 26 to 29 November 2013 to contribute for successful preparations of the 40th Annual Gathering / 13th AIBD General Conference & Associated Meetings, to be hosted by the Ministry of Information in Phnom Penh, Cambodia from 13 to 15 August 2014.
SPT Endorses AMS 2014 Theme and Topics
The AIBD Strategic Plan Team recently endorsed the proposed theme and topic sessions for the Asia Media Summit 2014 to be held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on 6-8 May 2014. SPT members also instructed the AIBD secretariat to work closely with Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Culture and Information, AMS 2014 host, in planning and implementing the next summit.
Winners Awarded at the Asia Media Summit 2013
Winners of the World Television Awards 2013 were officially announced at the Asia Media Summit in Manado, Indonesia on 29 May 2013. Ms. Moneeza Hashmi, President of the Commonwealth Broadcasting Association (CBA) and General Manager, International Relations, HUM TV, Pakistan announced the winners before some 400 participants at the AMS 2013.
Upwards Asian Broadcasters and Digital Challenges
The Canal France International (CFI), the French operator in media cooperation, in partnership with AIBD, has launched an action programme for Asia, UPWARDS, bringing together international expertise and broadcasters projects.
Let Cultural Diversity Flourish
Mr. Salah Eddine Maaoui, Director General, Arab States Broadcasting Union (ASBU), Tunisia calls on broadcasters to reject a kind of globalization, fundamentalism and extremism that threatens cultural diversity.
AMS 2014 in Jeddah
Dr. Riyadh Najm, President of the General Commission for Audiovisual Media, Saudi Arabia, has invited AIBD members and partners to participate in the Asia Media Summit 2014 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, promising a memorable and productive engagement and experience.
AMS 2013 Delivers on Broadcasting’s Future
AIBD Director Yang Binyuan says the Asia Media Summit 2013 was a success in identifying new approaches and alternatives in dealing with the changes in media consumption, the need for innovative and distinctive content or stories across all platforms, and the demands of quality journalism and good ethical behavior.
AMS 2013 – Day2: Session 5
Day 2 - Thursday, 30th May, 1600 - 1730
CEO Roundtable: Delivering More Value to Broadcasting
The impact of emerging technologies, digital and social platforms, new business approaches and changing consumer behavior plays in the success of the broadcast industry. How are the industry leaders delivering value in a multi-platform world? How are they dealing with changing consumers’ tastes and lifestyles? What new models beyond advertising are they pursuing to increase revenues? Are they leading the change to become future winners? What new paradigms of success are they pursuing to ensure survival and growth in the next 5 to 10 years?
AMS 2013 – Day2: Parallel Session 4
Day 2 - Thursday, 30th May, 1400 - 1530
Parallel Session 4: National Unity, Peace Building and Media
Binding all the people together in one common bond, no matter what their race, caste, sub-caste, region or religion has remained elusive for many nations. Several factors account for this: poverty, unequal distribution of wealth, poor basic services, stifling political systems, regional conflicts and discrimination. Can media help in enabling people live together peacefully and identify themselves as part of a single whole? What are some gaps mainstream and alternative media can address to bring about integration, unity and peace?
AMS 2013 – Day2: Parallel Session 3
Day 2 - Thursday, 30th May, 1400 - 1530
Parallel Session 3: ‘Small’ Radio and TV Stations: Serving Their Audiences Better?
Expanding an audience reach remains a demanding task for ‘small’ radio and TV stations. More daunting is the need to serve the public better particularly as radio and television become more interactive and audiences get more engaged with media. What strategies can ‘small’ radio and TV stations adopt to gain more loyalty from their audiences? How best can the public be involved not only in providing information but also in participating in program production? What are some success stories?