11-05-2025
Iraqi Media Network Launches Extensive Media Coverage Plan for Upcoming Arab Summit in Baghdad
Baghdad-INA
Iraqi Media Network -IMN announced its comprehensive coverage plan for the upcoming Arab Summit in Baghdad, adding that it has been on full alert for 20 days ahead of the event as part of preparations to deliver high-quality reporting that reflects the significance of the regional event.
The summit and its outcomes will be accessible to IMN audiences before, during, and after the event. The network called this a national responsibility, taking on every detail to ensure it covers the event thoroughly, while providing professional journalism that respects freedom of the press.
Kareem Hammadi, President of the Iraqi Media Network, stated that IMN, across all its television, print, and radio divisions, has completed its plans for covering the Arab Summit. He added that the network has been on full alert for 20 days before the event and has developed a well-structured media plan to match the significance of the summit and its impact on Iraq's central role in the region.
Hammadi explained that the coverage of the summit will be unique, with the network offering diverse and engaging content using the latest technologies from various locations in Baghdad, the provinces, and several participating countries. Additionally, IMN will provide comprehensive media services to local, Arab, and international media outlets.
IMN president noted that the evaluation of media performance during the summit coverage will follow institutional processes and precise scientific methodologies to ensure the professionalism and effectiveness of the work. He explained that the evaluation will not be based on personal impressions or opinions, but on specific indicators and criteria, relying on organized surveys to assess the performance of the network's television, radio, and print outlets, particularly in covering major events.
Hammadi affirmed that IMN is committed to establishing itself as an independent and professional national platform, one that embodies the voice of the Iraqi people and promotes national unity values through contemporary, free, and multi-platform media content.
He added that the IMN, with its television, radio channels, and both print and digital newspapers, addresses various segments of Iraqi society, adopting a national discourse that reflects the country's cultural and social diversity without any sectarian, ethnic, or regional discrimination. He also emphasized the importance of combating media misinformation through precise and transparent coverage, grounded in high standards of credibility and professionalism.
For his part, Thaer Al-Ghanimi, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Iraqi Media Network, stated that the Arab Summit in Baghdad represents a highly significant political event, particularly given the current sensitive regional circumstances. He noted that this step reflects Iraq's stability and security, sending a clear message to the world about Iraq's pivotal role in its Arab surroundings.
Al-Ghanimi further explained that the Board of Trustees, as a regulatory and legislative body, is closely monitoring the efforts of the Iraqi Media Network in preparing for the summit's coverage, activating media resources, and providing the necessary legislative frameworks. He also emphasized the importance of urging staff to intensify their efforts to meet the scale of the event, including participation in meetings related to the media coverage.
He pointed out that the Iraqi Media Network plays a central role in covering the Arab Summit and carries a significant responsibility in broadcasting its activities, a responsibility the Arab audience has come to expect due to IMN distinguished professional performance in covering major national and international events.
Al-Ghanimi explained that the network has extensive experience and a wealth of expertise in news coverage, making it well-equipped to handle this task with a high level of credibility and accuracy.
Jaafar Al-Aidi, Director of Al-Iraqia News Channel, said preparations for the Arab Summit in Baghdad began immediately after the summit's date was confirmed. He highlighted that the Iraqi Media Network, led by IMN President Kareem Hammadi, held several high-level meetings to ensure successful coverage.
Al-Aidi emphasized that the summit represents an unprecedented political and developmental event for Iraq, noting that it will be exceptional due to extensive preparations. He added that a new media plan will include special programs starting with the Arab foreign ministers' meeting.
Al-Iraqia News Channel will provide 16 hours of live coverage, with teams stationed at key locations, including the summit venue and Baghdad International Airport. Al-Aidi pointed out that the network has previously led major political coverage, such as Pope Francis' 2021 visit.
Sattar Al-Ardawi, Director of the Iraqi News Agency (INA), emphasized that the agency's coverage of significant events, such as the Arab Summit, is driven by meticulously crafted plans and preparations that align with the event's importance. He highlighted that the Arab Summit stands as a pivotal event reflecting Iraq's strategic political direction, with preparations having been in progress for over two months under the leadership of the Iraqi Media Network.
Al-Ardawi explained that INA's plan includes forming a team of four editors and reporters to manage news related to the summit, as well as overseeing the official summit website. The plan prioritizes summit-related news, creating special reports on various aspects of the event, while directing reporters to focus on key statements and track media appearances on the network's platforms.
He added that all technical and editorial staff have been mobilized, with full-time shifts during the summit, and teams of reporters and photographers deployed at the summit venue and other meeting locations.
