From fakes and neural networks to moving from Florida: Pskov hosts a media forum

On October 20, the VII International Media Forum “Unity of Peoples – Unity of Values” opened in Pskov. It brought together journalists, bloggers and experts from the regions of Russia, Belarus, the Baltic States, the Czech Republic, Abkhazia and South Ossetia. Among the participants are also immigrants from the United States and European countries, the correspondent of MK in Pskov reports.

At the opening, Governor Mikhail Vedernikov called trust the main resource of modern media. It is important for journalists to check the facts, prevent conflicts on national grounds and explain to readers how problems are solved. Separately, the head of the region dwelled on the risks associated with artificial intelligence and the spread of fakes.

One of the forum participants was a US citizen Guntis Lambergs, who moved with his wife from Florida to Pskov. He said that he quickly decided to emigrate, and the adaptation of the program for immigrants and the attitude of local residents. Among the things that particularly impressed him after returning to the city after 30 years were the landscaped streets and parks, respect for history and a sense of security.

Director of the Information and Press Department of the Russian Foreign Ministry Maria Zakharova sent greetings to the participants. She stressed the importance of the forum for communicating with compatriots abroad, preserving the Russian language and culture, as well as discussing new technologies in the work of the media.

The forum takes place on October 20 and 21 at several Pskov venues. The program will discuss information security, intercultural interaction and changes in the digital media environment.