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CN New York: The President of the SAARC Journalist Forum held a meeting with Lok Bahadur
Thapa, President of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), at
the United Nations Headquarters in New York, marking a significant engagement
between media leadership and global multilateral diplomacy.During the meeting, both sides discussed the role of journalism in advancing
global dialogue on sustainable development, transparency, and international
cooperation. The interaction took place on the sidelines of ongoing
ECOSOC-related events, including forums focused on youth engagement and
development financing.President Thapa, who currently leads ECOSOC for the 2025–2026 session,
emphasized the importance of inclusive communication and the media’s
contribution in amplifying voices from developing regions, particularly South
Asia. The SAARC Journalist Forum President highlighted the need for stronger
collaboration between international institutions and regional media platforms
to ensure accurate dissemination of global policy discussions and to enhance
public awareness.ECOSOC, one of the six principal organs of the United Nations, plays a
central role in coordinating economic, social, and development-related work
across the UN system and provides a platform for engagement with civil society
and media stakeholders.
The meeting is seen as a step toward strengthening ties between South Asian
media networks and global governance institutions, reinforcing the importance
of journalism in shaping international discourse.