At the CAMC 2025 conference held in Tashkent, issues related to the integration of artificial intelligence and media security were discussed. The event was attended by journalists and experts, including representatives from 24.kg.
The main problems facing journalism in Central Asia were highlighted, such as the influence of large tech companies, the implementation of AI, and issues of environmental awareness.
About 20 journalists and media experts from Kyrgyzstan gathered at this event. Begayim Usenova, director of the "Media Policy Institute" in Kyrgyzstan, raised important issues during the panel session regarding the blocking of editorial accounts on social media, as well as the influence of bots and censorship from applications.
She emphasized that the country's editorial offices are heavily dependent on social platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube, as well as on algorithms and reach, which creates financial risks. Discussion participants suggested opening a Meta office in one of the Central Asian countries to improve interaction between editorial offices and the platform.
During the conference, issues of ecology and environmental journalism were also discussed. Semetey Amanbekov, editor-in-chief of Exclusive KG, noted the lack of professional eco-correspondents in the country. He added that various organizations, including the OSCE, conduct training sessions and seminars aimed at increasing the number of journalists writing about climate. In addition to environmental topics, training programs cover skills in mobile photography, SMM, and the use of artificial intelligence.
The integration of artificial intelligence into media work was also a topic of discussion. Lola Islamova, editor-in-chief of Anhor.uz from Uzbekistan, shared the results of a survey conducted among editorial offices regarding the use of AI in journalism.
She noted that artificial intelligence is already actively used in news media, which can significantly increase their efficiency. However, Lola Islamova advised editorial directors to adhere to certain rules to ensure transparency.
In conclusion, participants from different Central Asian countries reached a consensus that the problems faced by journalists have much in common and require a comprehensive approach to their resolution.
