Disinformation poses threat to global security: Azerbaijani Official

Susha, Azerbaijan, July 21, 2024 (FBC) – Disinformation has reached dangerous levels today. Disinformation poses a threat to both national and global security, Assistant to the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan – Head of the Foreign Policy Department of the Presidential Administration Hikmet Hajiyev said during a speech at the Second Shusha Global Media Forum on the topic “Exposing false narratives: combating disinformation”, Trend reports.

He noted that disinformation is a fairly common phenomenon in human history. “Information is a powerful tool, but the main question is how to use this information. Advances in technology and digitalization make it difficult to obtain accurate information.

“Disinformation has reached dangerous levels today. Disinformation poses a threat to both national and global security. Disinformation undermines press freedom and the fundamental principles of the press. Disinformation can serve the interests of certain groups when it achieves certain goals and violates the basic principles of the press. 

A wide wave of disinformation has swept against Azerbaijan. It was presented in the headlines of the entire press that we allegedly attacked Armenia. 

Azerbaijan is waging a serious fight against disinformation. During the 44-day Patriotic War, we seriously fought against disinformation. Through official statements and press conferences, Azerbaijan conveyed accurate information to the international community. Our media resources have made every effort to bring the truth to the world without getting tired.

We are faced with massive misinformation about COP 29. But we are fighting it, we believe in the truth, we continue our work. We contribute to global environmental security in line with the global agenda,” he added.