Ghana has called on the international community to move beyond promises and take practical steps to tackle misinformation and disinformation, especially as artificial intelligence makes false content easier to spread.
The call was made at the 48th Session of the United Nations Committee on Information by Dr Winnifred Nafisa Mahama, Acting Director of the Information Services Department.
Addressing the meeting, Dr Mahama said the global information space is facing growing pressure from false and misleading content.
She warned that misinformation and disinformation are weakening public trust, deepening divisions, and threatening peace and security.
Ghana welcomed the United Nations Global Principles for Information Integrity but said stronger efforts are needed to turn the principles into action.
Dr Mahama stressed the need for targeted capacity-building support for developing countries so they can better respond to the growing threat.
She also raised concern about the digital divide, saying many countries still face major gaps in access to digital tools and communication systems.
According to her, there is a need for continued investment not only in digital infrastructure but also in traditional media such as radio to ensure that information reaches all people.
Dr Mahama further highlighted the importance of multilingual communication, media and information literacy, and the protection of journalists.
She also called for stronger support for the United Nations Department of Global Communications and the United Nations Information Centres to help them deliver trusted and multilingual information across the world.
Ghana used the meeting to reaffirm its support for international cooperation in building a global information environment that is more inclusive, fair and resilient.
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