UK, Japan and Russia to Join Global Media Dialogue At WAVES 2025

India has taken a leading role in shaping the global media landscape by hosting the Global Media Dialogue (GMD) during the WAVES 2025 event in Mumbai. Organized by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (I&B), with support from the Ministry of External Affairs, this landmark event has attracted participation from over 60 countries, aiming to foster international collaboration in the media and entertainment sector.

Why in the News?

India is hosting the Global Media Dialogue (GMD) for the first time on the sidelines of WAVES 2025 in Mumbai on May 2, 2025. The event features participation from over 60 countries, including UK, Japan, and Russia, and is being organized by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, with support from the Ministry of External Affairs.

Objective of the Global Media Dialogue (GMD)

• To promote international cooperation in the media and entertainment industry.
• To facilitate policy alignment, talent exchange, and capacity building.
• To discuss the evolving role of media in shaping global societies and fostering innovation.

Significance of the GMD 2025

• Marks India’s first-time hosting of the Global Media Dialogue.
• Launch of the ‘WAVES Declaration’, emphasizing global commitment to media cooperation.
• Positions India as a global media hub with a rapidly growing entertainment sector.

Participating Nations and Organizations

• Countries: UK, Japan, Russia, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, among others.
• International bodies: World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).
• Ministerial-level participation and senior officials involved.

India’s Bilateral Engagements

• Bilateral talks with over 10 countries including Russia, UK, Indonesia, Bhutan, Kenya, and Egypt.
• Focus areas: Media partnerships, innovation, content regulation, and intellectual property.

Background & Context

• WAVES 2025 is a major global media and entertainment forum hosted by India.
• India’s media industry is one of the largest and fastest-growing in the world.
• The media sector plays a vital role in diplomacy, social dialogue, and economic growth.

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Topic Fact/Detail

• Organizing Ministry/Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
• Support Ministry/Ministry of External Affairs
• Venue/Mumbai, India
• Associated Event WAVES 2025