The 6th edition of the Asian Media Leaders’ Summit (AMLS) 2026, was held in Singapore recently, bringing together media leaders and professionals from across the world to discuss the future of journalism amid unprecedented industry challenges.
UNB Editor-in-Chief Enayetullah Khan and its Executive Editor Nahar Khan attended the Summit.
Nahar Khan, who is also the founder of Solis, moderated a session titled “Is Investigative Journalism Too Difficult and Expensive?” at the two-day summit.
The session featured Yi-Shan Chen, Editor-in-Chief of Commonwealth Magazine, Taiwan, and Karl Malakunas, Head of Philanthropic Partnerships at AFP, Hong Kong.
The discussion focused on the growing challenges facing investigative journalism, including shrinking newsroom budgets, legal threats and digital disruption, as well as the sustainability of in-depth reporting and alternative funding models.
It also explored how investigative journalism, widely regarded as a vital watchdog of governments and powerful institutions, can continue to hold those in power accountable and serve society.
The summit brought together more than 200 media leaders and professionals representing 94 organisations from 35 countries to discuss industry strategies, global best practices and innovative solutions to technological disruptions and the increasingly fragmented media landscape.
The 6th Asian Media Leaders’ Summit (AMLS) 2026 in Singapore focused on the future of journalism and the business of news, bringing together media leaders and professionals to explore strategies for navigating a rapidly changing media landscape.
Held on October 26-27, the two-day summit discussed key issues facing the news industry, including newsroom innovation, the growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI), investigative journalism, ethical challenges and the sustainability of media organisations.
The sessions also explored how strategic thinking in newsrooms can help media companies remain competitive, lessons from startups, and innovative approaches to delivering greater impact.
Participants discussed the challenges AI is creating for the news media industry, emerging AI tools and trends, and practical case studies on how organisations can respond to technological changes.
The importance of investigative journalism and ways to sustain it, managing ethical dilemmas and conflicts of interest, fact-checking tools and best practices, and emerging advertising trends were also among the key topics.
The summit aimed to provide media executives, newsroom leaders and other professionals with practical insights, strategies and ideas to help their organisations thrive amid economic uncertainties and growing competition in the fragmented media landscape.
It also provided opportunities for networking and exchanging experiences, knowledge and best practices among media leaders from different countries.
AMLS, the Asian counterpart of WAN-IFRA's annual World Congress, serves as a platform for media owners, publishers, editors, newsroom leaders and technology professionals to exchange insights and explore strategies for ensuring the sustainability of the news media industry.