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Malaysiakini
12-07-2025
- Politics
- Malaysiakini
Asean looking forward to KL Declaration on safe social media use
Asean is looking forward to the adoption of the Kuala Lumpur Declaration on Safe and Responsible Use of Social Media Platforms for the regional bloc to collectively foster a safer and more inclusive online environment. In a joint communique issued following the 58th Asean Foreign Ministers' Meeting on Wednesday (July 9), the foreign ministers acknowledged the commitment of the Asean Ministers Responsible for Information (Amri) in promoting the safe and responsible use of social media platforms.
The Sun
12-07-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
ASEAN adopts KL declaration for safe social media use
KUALA LUMPUR: ASEAN is set to adopt the Kuala Lumpur Declaration on Safe and Responsible Use of Social Media Platforms, marking a regional effort to create a more secure and inclusive digital environment. The declaration was highlighted in a joint communique issued after the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting. The foreign ministers praised the commitment of the ASEAN Ministers Responsible for Information (AMRI) in promoting responsible social media practices. They also acknowledged AMRI's work in tackling fake news and disinformation, aligning with ASEAN's broader goals of unity and cooperation. Another key development is the adoption of the Bandar Seri Begawan Declaration, which reaffirms AMRI's dedication to advancing media and information strategies. This initiative aims to strengthen regional cohesion through evolving media roles. Efforts are also underway to finalise the Guidelines for Safe and Responsible Use of Social Media Platforms. These guidelines will support a unified approach to digital engagement across ASEAN, reflecting shared values and priorities. Looking ahead, ASEAN is developing the Work Plan for Information and Media (2026-2035) and the ASEAN Communication Master Plan III (2026-2030). Both initiatives will align with the long-term vision outlined in ASEAN 2045: Our Shared Future, ensuring a responsive and inclusive media landscape. - Bernama
The Sun
07-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
AMRI backs KL declaration on safe social media use
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: The 17th Conference of ASEAN Ministers Responsible for Information (AMRI) and Related Meetings concluded with strong backing for the 'Kuala Lumpur Declaration on Safe and Responsible Use of Social Media Platforms for ASEAN'. In a joint media statement issued at the end of the conference, ASEAN reaffirmed its collective commitment to cultivating a safe, inclusive, and responsible digital environment across the region. 'The meeting reaffirmed the importance of promoting a resilient and people-centred ASEAN Community by addressing the challenges posed by the misuse of social media, including the spread of disinformation, hate speech, and online exploitation,' the statement read. Ministers also highlighted the vital role of ASEAN's information sector in fostering collaborative engagement with key stakeholders, including social media platforms, to craft and implement practical measures to address harmful online content while safeguarding freedom of expression. The meeting also acknowledged the ongoing development of the 'Guidelines for Safe and Responsible Use of Social Media Platforms for ASEAN', which aims to provide pragmatic strategies for enhancing online safety and promoting cyber wellness across member states. According to the joint statement, AMRI also endorses the 'Bandar Seri Begawan Declaration to Reaffirm the ASEAN Ministers Responsible for Information's Commitment to Strategic Progress in Media and Information'. The declaration underscores AMRI's ongoing commitment to strengthening cooperation and elevating the role of the information and media sector in the ASEAN Community beyond 2025. 'Furthermore, the meeting recalled AMRI's foundational objectives since its establishment in 1989, recognising the sector's vital contribution to ASEAN's development and its transversal role in supporting cross-cutting regional priorities,' it said. The declaration also sets a strategic direction for enhancing the sector's capacity in navigating digital era challenges, particularly in combating disinformation, managing the effects of digital transformation, the empowerment of youth as key drivers of innovation in media and communication as well as to promote the creative economy across the region. In addition, AMRI commended the substantive progress in the implementation of the ASEAN Strategic Plan for Information and Media (2016-2025), recognising it as a conerstone for regional collaboration, enhancing public awareness of ASEAN and promote regional identity and resilience. AMRI also acknowledged the ongoing development of the Work Plan for Information and Media (2026-2035), a successor roadmap designed to address the complexities of a rapidly evolving media landscape. 'The new Work Plan is expected to strengthen ASEAN's ability to respond to emerging trends, including rapid digital transformation, technological innovation, disinformation, and the growing demand for inclusive and accessible media content, as ASEAN moves towards its Post-2025 Vision,' according to the joint statement. The ministers also recognised the steady implementation of the ASEAN Communication Master Plan (ACMP) II (2018-2025), which has played a vital role in raising regional awareness and fostering a stronger sense of ASEAN identity among its people. Building on these gains, AMRI noted the ongoing efforts to develop ACMP III (2026-2030), which aimed at building on current achievements and guiding strategic communication for future ASEAN community-building initiatives. In tackling the pervasive challenge of misinformation, AMRI also acknowledged the work of the ASEAN Task Force on Fake News (TFFN) and underscored the need for stronger content moderation, enhanced self-regulation and closer collaboration with digital platforms to refine guidelines and harmonise policies across the region.
