Baku:The first-ever Media Forum organized in Baku under the framework of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA) is considered particularly significant as it coincides with the upcoming CICA Summit. This event underscores the collaborative efforts of Azerbaijan with its member states during its chairmanship and highlights the essential role of the organization on the international stage.

According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, President Ilham Aliyev addressed the participants of the CICA Media Forum, emphasizing the importance of the event titled 'Building Trust through Media in a Polarized World.' He stressed that the forum provides a valuable opportunity to showcase the critical role of information and communication in fostering confidence-building among nations.

President Aliyev also remarked on the significant role that media plays not only as a platform for disseminating information but as a crucial tool for public diplomacy, fostering mutual understanding, and promoting regional cooperation.