Asian journalists share firsthand accounts of war, loss, division

Journalists from various parts of Asia are shedding light on stories that often go unnoticed by mainstream media. They shared personal experiences of war, division and migration during a book discussion in Seoul. The gathering took place at the Korea Press Center in Seoul's Jung District, focusing on Korean journalist Lee Sang-ki's new book titled "Why Asia Again? Journalist Lee Sang-ki Asks, Asia Answers."

Lee Sang-ki commenced his journalism journey in 1988 and established the Asia Journalists Association (AJA) in 2004. In 2011, he launched the news outlet The AsiaN to provide perspectives from across the continent through an Asian viewpoint. In his book, which encompasses about 50 Asian countries, Lee observed the existing world order seemingly transitioning to a new era, prompting him to reassess Asia.

The journalist highlighted that much of the news from Asia is inadequately reported, and many individuals lack interest, even when it is covered, it frequently presents a biased perspective. Lee introduced AJA journalists who continue to report from the field across Asia. One such reporter was from Lebanon.