On Tuesday, Saharamedia, a Mauritanian media group, signed a media cooperation agreement with Russia Today in Moscow. The agreement was signed on the sidelines of the Russia-Africa Media Forum by Saharamedia's CEO, Abdullah Ould Mohamed, and Russia Today's General Manager for the Arabic section, Maya Manai. This agreement opens up opportunities for cooperation between Saharamedia, which owns the Sahara 24 news channel, and Russia Today.
The agreement focuses on exchanging experiences, training, and developing capacities and media technology. Following the signing, Ould Mohamed and Manai held a closed meeting to discuss the practical mechanisms and plans for implementing the agreement. Manai praised the importance of such agreements in enhancing cooperation between the two media institutions. Saharamedia and Russia Today will work together to strengthen their media presence.
The Russia-Africa Media Forum, which started on Monday, brings together over 200 media and political personalities from 46 African countries. The forum is sponsored by the RT network and attended by news agencies such as Sputnik and Tass. It coincides with preparations for the third Russia-Africa Summit, which will take place on Wednesday. The summit will discuss economic development, trade expansion, and investment.
The Russia-Africa Summit will also address cooperation in the peaceful use of nuclear energy, developing independent payment systems, food security, and digital transformation. High-ranking officials, including heads of state and government, will attend the summit. Saharamedia's participation in the forum and agreement with Russia Today reflects its commitment to enhancing media cooperation with international partners.
Saharamedia's cooperation with Russia Today is expected to boost its media capabilities and improve the quality of its content. The agreement will enable Saharamedia to benefit from Russia Today's expertise in media production and broadcasting. This cooperation is part of Saharamedia's efforts to strengthen its presence in the African and international media landscape.
The Russia-Africa Media Forum provides a platform for African media professionals to engage with international partners and discuss common challenges and opportunities. The forum features discussions on media development, digitalization, and the role of media in promoting economic growth and social progress. Saharamedia's participation in the forum demonstrates its commitment to media development and cooperation.
The cooperation agreement between Saharamedia and Russia Today is a significant step in strengthening media ties between Mauritania and Russia. The agreement is expected to promote mutual understanding and cooperation between the two countries. Key areas of cooperation include exchanging media content, training, and developing media technology.
Key points
- Saharamedia signs cooperation agreement with Russia Today to enhance media cooperation and exchange experiences.
- The agreement was signed on the sidelines of the Russia-Africa Media Forum in Moscow.
- The Russia-Africa Summit will discuss economic development, trade expansion, and investment, among other topics.
