Newsletter: Government Information and Official Publications Section, October 2026

Abstract

The October 2026 issue of the IFLA Government Information and Official Publications Section (GIOPS) Newsletter is now available. GIOPS activities at the IFLA WLIC 2026 in Busan, the role of libraries and cultural institutions in times of crisis in Lebanon, and information integrity and trustworthy government publications in the era of artificial intelligence are covered in this issue. Readers will also find news about WLIC 2027 in London and WLIC 2028 in Brasília, as well as on community initiatives on official publications, knowledge sharing and professional collaboration.

In this issue, you can read about:

• IFLA WLIC 2026 in Busan: GIOPS in Action — Carryl Allardice OBE, President of CILIP, shares her experience representing GIOPS at WLIC 2026, with a focus on discussions about the future skills information professionals will need in an AI-driven and rapidly changing information landscape. • From North to South: Lebanon Rising from the Ashes — Caline Trad shares a personal reflection on resilience, cultural heritage, education and the spirit of Lebanon in the face of conflict and recovery. • From Beirut to Byblos: LAU Libraries as a Beacon of Hope — Caline Trad and Dr. Jordan Srour talk about how LAU Libraries helped students and faculty in time of crisis, providing access, stability, and continuity. • Information Integrity in an Age of AI: Brazil’s Approach to Trustworthy Government Publications — Carla Maria Martellote Viola outlines the opportunities that AI presents for governments and the role of information professionals in maintaining trust in government information.