According to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO), radio remains one of the most trusted and widely used media platforms, building on more than a century of history and offering a variety of content through different devices and formats.
Proclaimed in 2011 by UNESCO member states and adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 2012, World Radio Day is celebrated every February 13.
It is a day to thank broadcasters for the news they deliver, the voices they amplify and the stories they share, UNESCO said on Friday.
UNESCO has said that radio reaches more people worldwide than any other medium and serves as a catalyst for understanding and dialogue, amplifying diverse voices and providing life-saving information.
Artificial intelligence now offers new opportunities to deepen the connection between broadcasters and audiences, UNESCO said.
When used ethically and responsibly to support professional judgment, creativity and public service values, AI can help strengthen audience trust, it added.
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Source: IAR, PAP, unesco.org