- On 18 June 2024, UNITAR and China Global Television Network (CGTN) met in Beijing.
- The meeting was led by UNITAR Executive Director Mr. Nikhil Seth, and Deputy Editor-in-Chief of China Central Radio and Television Station Mr. Fan Yun.
- The meeting concluded with a mutual commitment to explore areas of cooperation, including the organization of high-profile events, conferences and educational programmes to promote sustainable development, economic growth and international cooperation.
UNITAR
7 July 2024, Beijing, China - On 18 June 2024, UNITAR and China Global Television Network (CGTN) met in Beijing, led by UNITAR Executive Director Mr. Nikhil Seth, and Deputy Editor-in-Chief of China Central Radio and Television Station Mr. Fan Yun.
The discussion centred on leveraging the strengths of both organizations through joint events and initiatives to foster a greater public understanding of global issues. Both leaders emphasized the importance of international cooperation in addressing pressing global challenges and highlighted the complementary capabilities of UNITAR and CGTN.
Mr. Nikhil Seth stated,
UNITAR has been at the forefront of providing innovative learning solutions to address global issues. Partnering with a prominent media organization like CGTN opens up new avenues for reaching diverse audiences and enhancing the impact of our initiatives.”
Echoing this sentiment, Mr. Fan Yun remarked,
CGTN is dedicated to delivering comprehensive news and perspectives to a global audience. Collaborating with UNITAR will enable us to create meaningful and impactful events that inform and inspire people around the world for the realization of [the Sustainable Development Goals].”
The meeting concluded with a mutual commitment to explore areas of cooperation, including the organization of high-profile events, conferences and educational programmes to promote sustainable development, economic growth and international cooperation.
ABOUT CGTN
China Global Television Network (CGTN) is an international media organization under China Media Group, offering a wide range of programming and news coverage to global audiences. CGTN aims to provide a balanced perspective on international news and current affairs.
ABOUT UNITAR
The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) is a dedicated training arm of the United Nations. In 2022, UNITAR trained over 395,000 learners around the world to support their actions for a better future. UNITAR has a global presence, with offices in Geneva, Hiroshima, New York and Bonn and networks around the world. UNITAR Division for Prosperity supports youth and women in particular to address growing inequalities. We work in solidarity with diverse partners at the local, regional and global levels to propel the 2030 Agenda and Sustainable Development Goals and achieve an inclusive, sustainable and prosperous world.