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(3rd meeting, General debate, Continued) Committee on Information, 48th Session.

April 28, 2026

The 48th Session of the Committee on Information (COI) will take place from 27 April to 8 May 2026 at UN Headquarters in New York. The Committee on Information deals with questions relating to public information. General debate (Continued) Consideration of reports submitted by the Secretary-General:Report of the Secretary-General on the activities of the Department of Global Communications: campaigns and country operations services (A/AC.198/2026/2); Report of the Secretary-General on the activities of the Department of Global Communications: news services (A/AC.198/2026/3); Report of the Secretary-General on the activities of the Department of Global Communications: outreach and knowledge services (A/AC.198/2026/4). The Committee on Information is a subsidiary body of the General Assembly, established by the General Assembly to deal with questions relating to public information. The Committee on Information is responsible for overseeing the work of the Department of Global...

(2nd meeting, General debate) Committee on Information, 48th Session.

April 27, 2026

The 48th Session of the Committee on Information (COI) will take place from 27 April to 8 May 2026 at UN Headquarters in New York. The Committee on Information deals with questions relating to public information. General debate. Consideration of reports submitted by the Secretary-General: Report of the Secretary-General on the activities of the Department of Global Communications: campaigns and country operations services (A/AC.198/2026/2); Report of the Secretary-General on the activities of the Department of Global Communications: news services (A/AC.198/2026/3); Report of the Secretary-General on the activities of the Department of Global Communications: outreach and knowledge services (A/AC.198/2026/4). The Committee on Information is a subsidiary body of the General Assembly, established by the General Assembly to deal with questions relating to public information. The Committee on Information is responsible for overseeing the work of the Department of Global Communications ...

(1st meeting, opening only) Committee on Information, 48th Session.

April 27, 2026

The 48th Session of the Committee on Information (COI) will take place from 27 April to 8 May 2026 at UN Headquarters in New York. The Committee on Information deals with questions relating to public information. Opening of the session by the Chair of the Committee. Adoption of the agenda and programme of work - The provisional agenda has been prepared on the basis of consultations among the members of the Bureau of the Committee. Admission of new members - The Committee will consider requests for membership in the Committee. Statement by the Chair - The Chair will address the Committee at its opening meeting. Statement by the Under-Secretary-General for Global Communications - The Under-Secretary-General for Global Communications will address the Committee at its opening meeting to provide an update on the activities of the Department of Global Communications and to report on the implementation of the recommendations contained in General Assembly resolutions 80/84 A and B....

Join Industry Leaders to Explore What’s Next in Streaming, Tech, and Media Innovation.

November 21, 2025

Future of Television 2026 Agenda *Speakers, descriptions and times are subject to change All times listed are Pacific Time Feb 2026 9:15 am - 9:30 am Opening Remarks The Conference Chairs Ned Sherman and Jay Tucker welcome participants and outline the day’s trajectory, spotlighting AI as a transformative driver for both television and streaming industries. Speakers: Ned... 9:30 am - 10:00 am Keynote: The New AI-Powered Television Economy This keynote explores how AI is redefining content creation, distribution, recommendations, and monetization. A forward-looking perspective will highlight the convergence of television, streaming, generative AI, and automation. 10:00 am - 10:45 am AI in Content Creation & Production Workflows Panelists will discuss how studios, streamers, and producers are integrating AI into scriptwriting, editing, localization, VFX, and post-production. Topics will include balancing creative innovation, efficiency, and intellectual property integrity. 10:45...

The streaming effect.

November 21, 2025

The emergence of streaming has driven a major shift in audiovisual consumption over the past decade . These new delivery systems reflect broader shifts in technology, viewing habits, and economic models. While streaming has brought undeniable advantages and flexibility, the structure and simplicity of linear TV still resonate with a portion of the audience, as an indication that portability and large screen viewing both have roles to play.

21st century TV: Linear and on-demand platforms.

November 21, 2025

In the 21st century, television is not just a one-way channel for broadcast and cable content delivery anymore. Whether content is broadcast via traditional over-the-air channels or delivered over a cable or fiber optic link – e.g. fiber to the home (FTTH) – from an Internet-based streaming service, it’s clear that audiovisual content is being consumed both in linear and on-demand platforms.