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An Emirati official has urged the media to prioritize climate change coverage, warning that the "future of the planet" is at stake. Shamma Al Mazrui, Minister of State for Youth, stated that the world's serious environmental concerns should be the "most critical story every single day." Al Mazrui delivered the message during her keynote talk at the inaugural Global Media Congress in Abu Dhabi. "How can we talk about the future of the media if the future of the planet is on the line? And we are not bold enough to feature it as the most critical story every single day?" the minister asked. "I want to be able to trust that you will all make decisions in their best interests, as well as the best interests of the three billion young people under the age of 30 living today," she said. Over 1,200 media industry experts, influencers, and investors have assembled at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre for the three-day event. BKM/ Expat Media
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