Doha, August 21 (QNA) - Qatar Media Corporation (QMC) signed Thursday a cooperation agreement with Al Jazeera Media Network, represented by the Al Jazeera Media Institute, in the presence of several officials from both sides.

The agreement was signed on behalf of QMC by its Director of the Office of International Cooperation and Agreements Abdullah Ghanem Al Muhannadi, and on behalf of Al Jazeera Media Network by Director of the Al Jazeera Media Institute Iman Al Amri.

This agreement aims to enhance cooperation in the fields of media training and production, and the development of national competencies through the design and implementation of specialized training programs.

It also includes practical training within the studios and facilities of the Al Jazeera Media Institute, in addition to organizing workshops and providing developmental consultations in technical, strategic, and operational aspects.

The agreement also offers special benefits to Qatar Media Corporation in training courses and media productions, contributing to the support of human and creative capacities of employees across its various sectors, while keeping pace with the rapid transformations in the media industry.

On this occasion, Abdullah Ghanem Al Muhannadi emphasized that the signing of this agreement reflects the Corporation’s commitment to investing in knowledge and developing high-level media competencies, considering it an important step toward building an integrated national media system that aligns with global standards.

Iman Al Amri welcomed the partnership, affirming that the Institute will dedicate its expertise and capabilities in media training and development to serve this agreement, thereby strengthening the position of Qatari media and preparing its professionals for the future.

QMC also highlighted that this agreement is part of its strategic plans to enhance cooperation with leading media institutions and develop the capabilities of national talents, in support of the progress of Qatari media and its pioneering presence regionally and internationally. (QNA)