Russia calls for influence of Western media platforms to be curbed

Russia calls for influence of Western media platforms to be curbed Russia is advocating for Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states to develop independent digital platforms, aiming to diminish reliance on Western tech giants. An official emphasized that building domestic resources is crucial for information security, as foreign platforms wield significant influence over global audiences and public opinion. The SCO media forum in Kyrgyzstan also highlighted calls for enhanced cooperation among member states’ media outlets to foster a trusted shared information space.

• Russia encourages SCO countries to develop their own digital platforms.
• The goal is to reduce dependence on foreign tech giants and Western media.
• An official stressed the importance of own resources for information security.
• Western platforms’ influence on public opinion and information flow was cited as a concern.
• The SCO media forum in Kyrgyzstan discussed media digitalization and AI in journalism.
• Kyrgyzstan’s Culture Minister called for closer cooperation among SCO media outlets.