Amman, Sept. 2 (Petra) — Minister of Government Communication and
Government Spokesperson Mohammad Momani on Wednesday described Arab
and national media outlets as an integral part of the national
security and stability system in Arab countries, stressing their role
in shaping public awareness, defending just Arab causes, and
countering misinformation amid the rapid flow of information.

Momani made the remarks during a meeting with a delegation from the
General Secretariat of the Federation of Arab News Agencies (FANA),
stressing the deep ties and continued cooperation between Jordan and
sister Arab countries.

He commended the efforts of FANA and Arab news agencies to present
accurate information professionally, calling on the federation’s
General Secretariat to further develop the capabilities of official
media agencies and provide more sophisticated content for Arab
audiences.

Momani said official news agencies should have a stronger presence in
shaping media discourse and communicating with local, Arab and
international public opinion in a balanced and effective manner.

He stressed that the role of national and official media goes beyond
news reporting and professional standards, describing it as an
integral component of efforts to safeguard national interests and
just causes, counter attempts to undermine the positions of Arab
states, and uphold their right to protect their security and
stability and advance their economies.

On technological developments, particularly artificial intelligence
(AI), Momani said Jordan is approaching the AI revolution seriously
and consciously. He noted that the government has developed a general
policy governing the use of AI tools, including requirements to
attribute AI-generated content.

He also referred to a government circular prohibiting the use of AI
tools to reproduce sovereign symbols, including the national emblem
and flag, to preserve their value and accuracy and prevent
distortion.

Momani said the Ministry of Government Communication is also working
to expand Jordan’s experience in media literacy by raising awareness
of AI tools and their potential risks, particularly among school
students.

He added that efforts are underway to establish a specialized team
within the ministry to harness emerging technologies in producing
media content in innovative ways aimed at youth and future
generations.

Momani called for embracing rapid technological advances rather than
resisting them, stressing the need to harness their potential while
remaining alert to their risks. He also underscored the importance of
continued coordination and joint Arab action, drawing on successful
experiences among official news agencies.

Members of the Arab media delegation expressed their appreciation to
Jordan for its hospitality and praised the pioneering role of
Jordanian media and the Jordan News Agency (Petra) in strengthening
joint Arab action and presenting a reliable picture of events.

The delegation reviewed key themes and challenges addressed during
FANA meetings in Amman, particularly mechanisms for responding to the
rapid flow of news, leveraging AI to enhance media production and
counter misinformation, and strengthening cooperation among Arab news
agencies.

They also stressed the importance of Arab solidarity in confronting
campaigns targeting Arab rights and positions, as well as continued
technological development to ensure that the Arab media message
reaches its target audiences effectively and with greater impact.

//Petra// AJ