The National Institute of Maritime Affairs (NIMA) conducted an awareness & advocacy workshop related to maritime affairs for the media personnel at the National Institute of Maritime Affairs, Bahria University, Islamabad. The participants included members from print, electronic, & social media. The event was organized to acknowledge the critical role of media in nation-building as the fourth pillar of democracy. The workshop was specifically tailored to identify important linkages of the maritime economy (Blue Economy) with the national economy and security. President NIMA welcomed the participants and presented an overview of the geopolitics and its impact on the maritime economy & regional stability.
Senator Mushahid Hussain Sayed graced the occasion as Chief Guest. While addressing this, he underlined the important role of media in the modern era and appreciated NIMA’s efforts in creating awareness. He was of the view that responsible media is the need of the hour to provide authentic information without prejudices. He also noted that, Maritime Awareness & Advocacy is very important for Pakistan to highlight its capabilities in this sector.
Other prominent speakers included Amb. Masood Khalid, Mr. Raheel Masood, Moazzam Khan, Mr. Baber Bilal Haider, Dr. Kanwar Javed Iqbal, Mr. Faisal Raza Khan, Dr. Fasiha Safdar and Barrister Nudrat Bayan Majeed. After the vote of thanks by President NIMA, the Chief Guest awarded certificates to all the participants.
