DOHA: The Aljazeera Documentary Festival being held at Ritz-Carlton hotel saw the launch of Aljazeera Forum for Film Festivals, a first of its kind initiative globally.
The Aljazeera Festival Director, Abbas Arnaout said this initiative represented a big step into the world of documentary films. This new body will enhance the exchange of expertise, foster the documentary film culture, and encourage innovative people and producers. Arnaout was elected an executive director to the forum the first meeting of which will be held in Doha. An internal charter will be created defining the duties and the conditions of joining and membership. Membership shall be open to all types of film festivals worldwide. The forum will also provide moral support to all new directors and producers.
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