As the United Nations marks its 80th anniversary, the global order it represents is under growing strain. Mounting tensions have tested trust among nations and exposed gaps in multilateral cooperation.
In response, the Chinese mainland has launched the Global Governance Initiative (GGI), centering on sovereign equality, people-centered development, and inclusive multilateralism. Proponents say it could rebuild trust and amplify voices from the Global South.
For young global citizens, media from Latin America to Africa and Asia are innovating with podcasts, short videos, and interactive platforms to shape the global conversation. Data shows over 60 percent of Global South audiences under 35 turn to social media for news—fueling both dialogue and, at times, digital echo chambers.
Initiatives like the GGI set the agenda, but execution depends on open channels of communication. Cross-border fact-checking networks, bilingual storytelling projects, and collaborative newsrooms are emerging to bridge divides and defend truth in the digital age.
From a Kenyan news app uniting East African voices to a Brazilian-Indian podcast on sustainable development, new media formats are testing the potential of global cooperation. Business and tech enthusiasts can spot opportunities for partnerships and knowledge exchange, while thought leaders and changemakers can pioneer policies rooted in diverse perspectives.
As the world seeks new paths forward, the media’s role is more vital than ever. By delivering accurate, engaging, and inclusive stories, Global South media stand at the forefront of a more resilient, people-centered global governance—one digital narrative at a time.
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Global South media: Raising their voice in global governance?
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