In brief
The fourth Trans‑Himalayan Communication and Social Development Conference began Monday at the University of Dhaka with more than a hundred participants from surrounding countries. Co‑organised by China’s University of Electronic Science and Technology, the event focused on digital intelligence, regional development, misinformation and media cooperation. The three‑day event includes forums, exhibitions and a media industry study tour in Bangladesh.
The fourth Trans‑Himalayan Communication and Social Development Conference opened at the University of Dhaka on Sunday, drawing more than 100 experts, scholars, media professionals and young researchers from related countries.
According to Xinhua, the event is jointly organised by the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, the University of Dhaka, Kangba TV and Himalaya Television.
The conference, slated to run until November 11, focuses on international communication and regional development governance in the Trans‑Himalaya region in the era of digital intelligence.
Panels will cover regional development, artificial intelligence, misinformation, cross‑border communication, climate governance and media cooperation, echoing the importance of strengthening mutual understanding and trust among member states.
Participants have also convened a media forum featuring representatives from several countries to discuss media credibility, responsibility and regional cooperation in people‑to‑people exchanges.
In addition to the forums, the conference incorporates a photo and video exhibition, a book exhibition and a media industry study tour in Bangladesh, allowing participants to explore local media infrastructure and development initiatives.
