(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, November 21. ​ Our main task is to explain proper use of social and mass media to Gen Z, Pakistani Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Attaullah Tarar said at the D-8 Media Forum under the theme “Fostering dialogue, collaboration, and regional cohesion” today, Trend reports.

According to him, the transition from electronic media to digital media happened spontaneously

He noted that digital media is developing rapidly today: 'It's important to explain the rules for the correct use of social media and networks to Gen Z. Misinformation damages the public's trust and directs them in the wrong directions. Broadcasting companies should employ professionals, and companies should be provided with modern equipment. We need to educate the population to prevent disinformation.'

''Today, the Baku Declaration will be adopted here, and this will form our roadmap. I propose that we also implement a joint initiative in terms of social media and networks. This will serve to create a single platform for people living in our countries. Such a platform can be very important for the fight against Islamophobia. The fight against hate speech, extremist individuals and organizations in the online space should also be one of the main issues," the minister added.

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