Baghdad:Prime Minister Ali Falih Al-Zaidi met with Baligh Abu Kalal, the Executive Director of the Communications and Media Commission (CMC), to discuss the current challenges facing the media and telecommunications sectors in Iraq.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the meeting between Al-Zaidi and Abu Kalal took place on Thursday evening, where they focused on issues such as hate speech and incitement to violence. They stressed the importance of adhering to professional and legal standards to safeguard civil peace and ensure freedom of opinion and expression within constitutional and legal frameworks.

The discussion also included the Commission’s role in regulating the media landscape and adapting to advancements in digital and social media platforms. They reviewed the telecommunications sector’s current state and explored plans to improve its services, infrastructure, and overall quality.

Abu Kalal presented the Commission’s key activities, regulatory measures, and technical strategies within the media and telecommunications sectors. He emphasized the Commission’s operational priorities for the upcoming period, considering the ongoing challenges and developments affecting both sectors.