NNA 02/22/2026

NNA - Minister of Information Paul Marcos opens ‘Beirut Media’ workshop, Advocates press freedom and innovation Politics

NNA - Minister of Information Paul Marcos opened the "TV and Media Standards" workshop by Beirut Media, addressing media students and activists.

Minister Morcos emphasized that professional ethics must come from journalists themselves, and the ministry sees itself as a partner, not a controller.

Morcos encouraged young media students to overcome fear and pessimism, embrace creativity, and leverage technology, AI, and smartphones to create their own opportunities.He urged careful and ethical use of social media

 

On the new media law, the Minister noted it is a regional model enhancing press freedom, eliminating imprisonment for journalists’ opinions, and imposing fines through clear, effective procedures. The law was developed with experts and international guidance, including UNESCO.