learn about new trends and emerging technologies, and explore the implications of digital media for society and culture and over 40 international participants from 10+ countries joined us  . Additionally, the conference serves as a valuable networking opportunity, allowing attendees to connect with other professionals, and establish collaborations, Overall, the conference provided a unique opportunity for participants to stay up-to-date with the latest trends and research, and to contribute to the advancement of knowledge in this important area.

Mr. Isanka P Gamage, Co-Founder & Managing Director of TIIKM, Sri Lanka, and Conference Convener, delivered the opening remarks, while Conference chair Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wang Changsong Department of Journalism and Advertising, Xiamen University Malaysia, Malaysia., provided the welcome speech. The conference featured three keynote speeches by Prof. Louisa Shu Ying Ha The School of Media and Communication Bowling Green State University Ohio, U.S.A, Assoc. Prof. Asawin Nedpogaeo Assistant to NIDA President for Corporate Communication Director, Doctoral Program in Communication Arts and Innovation Graduate School of Communication Arts and Management Innovation National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA) and Professor. Ma Dong Hoon Korea University School of Media & Communication Graduate School of Media & Communication Korea

MSDC 2023 included three publication-related workshops, facilitated by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wang Changsong , titled ” Preparing Your Manuscript for Successful Submission: Best Practices and Pitfalls to Avoid”.”

MSDC 2023 were organized under ten distinct titles:

1. Media in Knowledge Management and Education

2. Media Literacies, Media Business, and Politics

3. Critical and Cultural Studies

4. Digital Culture and Communication

5. Social Media and Communication Technology