AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoMedia Policy & Funding (Malaysia): Malaysia’s PM Anwar Ibrahim backed the continued Media Innovation Fund and praised journalists at HAWANA 2026, while the Malaysian Media Council welcomed former judge Tan Sri Nallini Pathmanathan as chair. Industry Support & Health: IJN offered media practitioners a 15% heart-screening discount, and Tabung Kasih@HAWANA provided medical aid to veteran media workers. ASEAN Media Cooperation: Bernama signed an MoU with Timor-Leste’s TATOLI to expand sharing of news, photos, multimedia and training. Trust in News (Philippines): A Reuters Institute Digital News Report found trust in news fell sharply and social media remains the main news gateway, with polarization and disinformation shaping feeds. Child Safety Online (UAE/Europe): The UAE approved a ban on under-15s using social media, requiring AI-backed age checks; Europe-wide debate continues as more countries consider similar limits. Conflict & Reporting (Lebanon/Syria): Lebanon’s state media reported fresh Israeli strikes killing people despite a ceasefire; a German journalist detained in Syria was released. Infrastructure & Social Media (Philippines): DPWH urged citizens to flag unfinished road projects via social media, citing a viral road issue that triggered action.
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