PRESIDENT BONGBONG Marcos has vowed to protect free speech and press freedom in the country and called on members of the media to help effectively communicate government efforts.
Marcos made this remark
during a recent event organized by the Manila Overseas Press Club (MOPC) at the
Sofitel Philippine Plaza in Pasay City, where he reiterated that his
administration will maintain open lines of communication with the media, which
he considers an important partner of the government.
“As I share your club’s
conviction in the importance of upholding the universal right of free speech
and press freedom as well as giving and receiving accurate information, I’m
committed to remain open with you, constantly communicating our progress as we
move forward. I urge you to effectively communicate to the public the
government’s efforts and initiatives towards our country’s development,” he
said.
Whatever difficulties
the press may encounter, Marcos made a commitment to always be ready “to lend
an ear and listen to you and your concerns.”
The President also underscored
the crucial role of the press in building an active citizenry that contributes
to society’s development. “The nation counts on the media in improving access
to information and increasing awareness on issues that affect our country and
the world. Your proactive participation in keeping a well-informed citizenry
forms part of our collective goal to empower Filipinos and establish a more
robust Philippines,” he said.
Marcos assured the
members of the media that his government would continue to articulate its plans
to the press, including the MOPC, the oldest press club in the Philippines,
founded in 1945. (OPS, Mindanao Examiner)
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