AMMAN – HE Dr.
Talal Abu-Ghazaleh, founder and chairman of Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Global Digital
(TAG.GD), and Mr. Tariq Al-Momani, president of Jordan Press Association (JPA),
signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Talal Abu-Ghazaleh & Co.
Consulting, a member of TAG.GD, and the Association. The agreement aims to
foster cooperation in the fields of digital transformation, Artificial
Intelligence (AI), automation, training, and the development of the
Association’s technological and knowledge infrastructure to contributing to the
advancement of the journalistic work environment in Jordan.
The MoU
establishes a framework for a partnership covering a range of technical and
training needs for the Association. This includes advancing the automation
project, exploring opportunities for the establishment of a library and a knowledge
station, as well as modernizing the Association’s Training Center through the
provision of updated software and other technical requirements.
As per the
agreement, the two parties will form a joint team to identify the areas of cooperation,
evaluate the proposed projects and set implementation mechanisms. Specific
projects will subsequently be agreed upon through detailed agreements, all of
which with their terms and execution procedures.
Moreover, the
MoU covers cooperation in training through exchanging expertise and trainers, as
well as the implementation of joint programs. Special focus will be placed on
AI and technologies related to the journalism, enabling journalists and personnel
in the media sector to enhance the professional tools they use, in a landscape
where the nature of the news industry is rapidly evolving due to technology.
During the
signing ceremony, Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh affirmed that the press serves as an
essential partner in delivering credible media messages to various segments of
society, underscoring its pivotal role in disseminating information and
knowledge in a professional and responsible manner.
He added that
supporting journalists and developing their skills, especially amid the growing
use of technology and AI, are fundamental to efforts aimed at strengthening the
role of media and elevating journalistic standards.
Dr.
Abu-Ghazaleh further noted that advancing journalistic work is no longer
isolated from technological progress, as AI and digital transformation have
become integral tools that outline the future of media organizations and their
capacity to produce knowledge.
For his part, Mr.
Al-Momani commended the collaboration with TAG.GD in the field of technology
and training, especially in light of the ongoing transformations in the media
sector and the pressing need to enhance journalists' skills and elevate the
readiness of the Association and its institutions to adopt with digital tools.
He affirmed that the JPA is working to enhance the media’s role and consolidate
its message, while contributing to elevating the profession of journalism and
strengthening its role in serving society.