Global news agency AFP has launched the 2016 Kate Webb Prize for Asian journalists doing exceptional work in difficult or dangerous conditions in the region.

AFP, the international news agency, will be the official media partner of the French-American Chamber of Commerce’s inaugural French-American Business Week, taking place at the Maison Française of the Embassy of France in Washington, DC.

AFP, a global leader covering international sports and special events is excited to announce a partnership with PRO Rugby and will provide the organization with international rugby content and applications for all major rugby events as well as for the North American league to engage the fans during the entire season.

Last April 12, Agence France-Presse has adopted a new charter that sets down the Agency’s values, as well as a set of editorial standards and best practices in a context of digital revolution.

Fabrice Lacroix, 43, currently deputy managing director for management and means at France Télévisions, appointed deputy managing director at AFP from 18 April 2016.

Agence France-Presse will offer video coverage of sports news and major sporting events from April 4.

Four AFP photojournalists have won prizes in the 2016 World Press Photo awards.