Information Ministry calls for reliance on official sources for foreign affairs reporting
. . . reaffirms the need to comply with Kuwait’s media laws, regulatory frameworks and professional ethics. Urges journalists, institutions and digital platform users alike to exercise responsibility when handling matters related to foreign policy and international developments.
The Ministry of Information has called on local media organizations and social media users to rely exclusively on official Kuwaiti government sources when publishing or circulating information related to foreign affairs.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, the ministry underscored that referring to authorized government agencies for statements, data and clarifications is essential to preserving the accuracy and credibility of media content, reports Al-Rai daily.
It emphasized that adherence to official sources plays a vital role in safeguarding professional standards and ensuring responsible media practice.
The ministry noted that accuracy in reporting external affairs is particularly important given the sensitivity of international relations and their potential impact on national interests.
It stressed that commitment to official statements helps prevent the spread of inaccurate or misleading information and reinforces public confidence in local media.
The statement further reaffirmed the necessity of complying with Kuwait’s media laws, regulatory frameworks and professional ethics, urging journalists, institutions and digital platform users alike to exercise responsibility when handling matters related to foreign policy and international developments.
