A small photo album may not include all the global friends of Xinjiang, but it can hold our longing. Although get-togethers are always followed by farewells, friendship remains evergreen.

At the 6th World Media Summit in Xinjiang, we joined journalists from around the globe on a journey to explore Turpan, a vital hub on the ancient Silk Road that linked eastern and western civilizations. This region has a rich history, with many scripts discovered here, including Old Uygur, Sanskrit, Chagatai, Hebrew, and Syriac.

This photo taken by Zhang Peng, an attendee of the sixth World Media Summit, shows two young men taking a selfie at a cafe in Urumqi, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Oct. 14, 2024.

A sustainable solution for a cleaner future! China's Kuqa Green Hydrogen Project in Xinjiang! Producing pure hydrogen from sunlight and water, this project reduces 485,000 tons of CO₂ emissions annually, equivalent to planting 280,000 trees.

Follow Xinhua's Wu Yao and foreign journalists to experience the vibrant culture, delicious food, and breathtaking scenery in Yili and Bortala in Xinjiang.

Media professionals attending the 6th World Media Summit visited Turpan in China's Xinjiang and shared their insights about the real life in the region.

Media professionals attending the 6th World Media Summit visited Turpan in China's Xinjiang and shared their insights about the real life in the region.

Media professionals attending the 6th World Media Summit visited Turpan in China's Xinjiang and shared their insights about the real life in the region.

Media professionals attending the 6th World Media Summit visited Turpan in China's Xinjiang and shared their insights about the real life in the region.

"This museum is amazing!" exclaimed Martina Gaudino, a journalist from the Italian Nova Agency, who was particularly captivated by the ancient pottery exhibition at the Turpan Museum.

Media professionals attending the 6th World Media Summit visited Kashgar in China's Xinjiang and shared their insights about the real life in the region.

"China-Pakistan cooperation will be ever-lasting" along their thriving economic corridor, said Sabeen Usman Khattak, executive director of the Associated Press of Pakistan Corporation.

Sound is one of the oldest forms of media. As the World Media Summit unfolds in Xinjiang, tune in to the enchanting sounds that define its wonderful nature and vibrant culture.

Attendees of the 6th World Media Summit visit an auto company in Urumqi, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Oct. 16, 2024.

Participants of the 6th World Media Summit embarked on tours across Xinjiang on Tuesday to experience firsthand its diversity, inclusiveness and hospitality.

"People need to visit Xinjiang and witness its real image with their own eyes," said a senior media official based in Oman on Monday.

Joined hearts, joined journey! At the 6th World Media Summit in Xinjiang, Xinhua News Agency created a lively MV by adapting a beautiful Xinjiang folk song. The melodies of the Dutar bring people together, celebrating unity, love, and a shared bright future.

The Belt and Road Forum for International Think Tank Cooperation & the Second Silk Road (Xi'an) International Communication Forum is held in Xi'an, northwest China's Shaanxi Province, Oct. 15, 2024.

An attendee of the 6th World Media Summit watches a livestreaming promotion of traditional musical instruments in Jiayi Village of Xinhe County, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Oct. 15, 2024.

Global media leaders highlighted the opportunities and challenges faced by news media outlets worldwide in the era of artificial intelligence (AI) after a report on AI was released on Monday by a think tank affiliated with Xinhua, China's national news agency.

The 6th World Media Summit, taking place from Oct. 12 to 17, gathers global media leaders in Urumqi, capital of China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. During the summit, many attendees have shared their impressions of the region.

A think tank report released on Tuesday calls on Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) partner countries to join hands and tap into new opportunities for Belt and Road cooperation in the future.

As a prime destination for investment and a hub of opening up, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region will continue to open up wider to the outside world, said Erkin Tuniyaz, chairman of the regional government.

People's life in China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region is thriving and the West's smear campaign against China about its Xinjiang policy is unconvincing, a senior official with the Palestinian National Liberation Movement (Fatah) has said.

What makes Urumqi, the host city of the 6th World Media Summit, so unique? Discover the charm of this city and Xinjiang as well as the unforgettable experiences our reporters and foreign summit delegates have here. Watch the video to explore!

At a time when the world is increasingly influenced by artificial intelligence (AI), media leaders from around the globe gathered in the vibrant heart of northwest China's Xinjiang on Monday to discuss the opportunities and challenges brought about by AI.

A report released on Monday by a think tank affiliated with Xinhua, China's national news agency, provides insights into the opportunities and challenges faced by news media outlets worldwide in the era of artificial intelligence (AI).

Themed "Artificial Intelligence and Media Transformation," the summit gathered over 500 participants from 106 countries and regions, including representatives of 208 mainstream media outlets, government agencies and international organizations.

In addition to the summit's agenda, participants will embark on a three-day visit to several prefectures and cities in China’s Xinjiang, where they will experience Xinjiang’s long history, splendid culture, and economic and social development achievements firsthand.

So, what do you know about the World Media Summit? Here is some essential information worth knowing about the summit.

The World Media Summit is an important high-level global media exchange platform. The summit this year is co-hosted by Xinhua News Agency and the people’s government of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.

The summit has received widespread attention and deep anticipation from friends around the world. They have not only expressed their warm congratulations on the summit through various channels, but have also sent their best wishes and sincere expectations for Xinjiang.

"Through platforms like the World Media Summit, we have the chance to forge stronger partnerships with global media organizations," Chairman of the Editorial Board of Independent Media Viasen Soobramoney said here on Monday.

Just like the previous revolutions in communication technology, the development of AI cannot escape from the "Collingridge dilemma," says the report, titled "Responsibility and Mission of News Media in AI Era," highlighting the quandary between the need for development and the imperative of governance in order to harness AI for the betterment of humanity.

Themed "Artificial Intelligence and Media Transformation," the summit gathered over 500 participants from 106 countries and regions, including representatives of 208 mainstream media outlets, government agencies and international organizations.

A think tank report on the pros and cons of artificial intelligence (AI) for global news media was released on Monday at the opening ceremony of the 6th World Media Summit.

The report states that the misuse and abuse of AI have contributed to the widespread production and dissemination of misinformation, undermining the social trust that is essential for news organizations and triggering a global crisis in the credibility of the information landscape.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the news media industry, offering new production drivers, improved user experiences and promising industry prospects, according to a think tank report released on Monday.

A majority of media organizations worldwide have expressed concerns about the trustworthiness of generative artificial intelligence (AI), according to a recent survey conducted by the think tank under Xinhua News Agency.

The six-day World Media Summit is held in Beijing and Urumqi until Oct. 17. Themed "Artificial Intelligence and Media Transformation," the summit is being co-hosted by Xinhua News Agency and the People's Government of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.

At the release ceremony in Urumqi, the capital of northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Mohammad Mahdi Rahmati, CEO of the group, presented the Persian edition to Fu Hua, president of Xinhua.

Journalists work at the Xinjiang International Convention and Exhibition Center, venue of the sixth World Media Summit in Urumqi, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Oct. 13, 2024.

Fu Hua, president of Xinhua News Agency, on Sunday met separately with leaders of several international media outlets who are attending the sixth World Media Summit in Urumqi, the capital of northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.

A senior Chinese official met on Saturday with international media leaders in Beijing as they gathered for the sixth World Media Summit.

Senior officials of four major global wire services -- Xinhua News Agency, Reuters, The Associated Press (AP) and Agence France-Presse (AFP) -- met in Beijing on Saturday to discuss media development in the age of artificial intelligence (AI).

Transformative artificial intelligence (AI) will change journalism positively, said Iqbal Surve, chairman of Independent Media, a leading South African multi-platform content company.

Xinjiang in northwest China is an expansive region known for its breathtaking natural scenery, abundant resources, profound cultural heritage, and robust economy.

President of Xinhua News Agency Fu Hua met with TASS Director General Andrey Kondrashov in Beijing on Friday.

President of Xinhua News Agency Fu Hua met with Acting Director General of Al Jazeera Media Network Mostefa Souag in Beijing on Friday.

On October 14, 2024, the opening ceremony of the 6th World Media Summit will be held in Xinjiang, which will be a highly anticipated event in the media industry. 

As the 5th #WorldMediaSummit wraps up, we reflect on vibrant discussions about the future of media, from AI's role to the power of human connection. Highlights include insights on China's rapid development, global cooperation, and technology's impact on society. #DeerShow

Dozens of attendees of the 5th World Media Summit (WMS) were invited on a two-day tour in Kunming, known as China's "Spring City" for its mild climate and year-round blooming flowers.

The world is undergoing accelerated changes unseen in a century, with uncertainties and unforeseen factors on the rise. Against this backdrop, world media leaders gathered in China to build consensus in addressing common challenges and boosting global confidence.