On November 3–4, the International Media Cooperation Forum “Belt and Road – 2026” was held in the Chinese city of Fuzhou. More than 170 media representatives from various countries took part in the event, including staff members of the State News Agency of Turkmenistan. This was reported by the news agency “Turkmenistan: Golden Age”.

Participants discussed the development of international media cooperation, joint projects and the application of digital technologies in journalism. Particular attention was paid to the reliability of information and the role of the media in covering the Belt and Road Initiative.

Following the opening ceremony, the Fuzhou Initiative on Media Cooperation was adopted. During the discussions, representatives of foreign media outlets exchanged experience in preparing news materials and discussed prospects for multilateral partnerships.

The Turkmen delegation told their colleagues about the development of the national media sector and the conditions created in the smart city of Arkadag. Foreign participants expressed interest in Turkmenistan and a desire to visit Ashgabat and Arkadag.

The forum was organized by the editorial office of the Chinese newspaper “People's Daily”. On the second day, the Silk Road Award for International Communication ceremony was held, along with screenings of the documentary films that won the competition.

Following the completion of the main programme, cultural events were organized for participants from more than 100 countries. These included tours of Fuzhou and a visit to the historic Yantaishan district.