Abstract:
Although much has been said about the role of the local media in
the international relations, only limited attention and care has been
given to the importance of local media`s role in the international
relations. This study investigates different authors` thoughts and
writings about the roles of local media in the international relations. It
is found out that the main purpose of the media is to inform, to
entertein, to explore, to teach, to analyze, to enlighten and to educate
society, but the media are used and controlled by leaders for their own
purposes. It is further observed that media is a powerful means for
states to develp their relations.This study contributes to the research
in understanding the main roles of media in international relations.
