Mauritanian journalists host regional press meeting
Noukchott will host 21 press leaders from the Arab world and Middle East to discuss journalist challenges.
The Mauritanian Journalists Union is hosting a regional meeting for the International Federation of Journalists in Nouakchott from January 11 to 13, 2027. The event, held in cooperation with the IFJ, will bring together 21 leaders of press organizations from across the Arab world and the Middle East.
Attendees include the IFJ president, secretary-general, and administrative team members. They will discuss key challenges facing journalists and their unions, professional solidarity, and press freedom. The meeting will also review the regional work program and its priorities.
Participants will also address the impact of artificial intelligence and technological shifts on journalism and media jobs. They will explore ways to launch regional initiatives and campaigns to respond to current and emerging challenges.
Why it mattersJournalists and press organizations in Mauritania and the wider Arab world and Middle East will discuss challenges and future strategies for their profession.