ASEAN Secretary General highlights function of media throughout pandemic

This pandemic has demonstrated, more than ever, the important function that journalists and editors play in exercising responsible journalism by removing false information that might trigger confusion and panic in society

Jakarta – Secretary General of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Lim Jock Hoi put the spotlight on the essential role of media and journalists in building public opinion and dispelling false information during the COVID-19 pandemic.

” This pandemic has actually shown, more than ever, the essential role that journalists and editors play in exercising responsible journalism by removing false information that may cause confusion and panic in society,” Hoi remarked.

The secretary general made the declaration in his opening speech at the ASEAN Media Forum held practically on Tuesday.

Hoi provided due value to the function of media and reporters in furnishing information and edifying the ASEAN neighborhood in the midst of robust information throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

” As such, we depend on you (media and reporters) in helping us to inform, educate, and empower the people of ASEAN,” he emphasized.

The ASEAN secretary general more affirmed that the function of the media as a driver of change is crucial in understanding the ASEAN combination and community-building agenda.

” The narratives that the media promote have actually contributed to forming the general public viewpoint, specifically in the building and construction of belief and outlook of our continuous efforts in enhancing the quality of lives and livelihoods in the ASEAN region,” he said.

Hoi pointed out that the COVID-19 pandemic had become the most harmful difficulty to the ASEAN because the Asian Financial Crisis.

” However, these obstacles included the wake of the pandemic have provided ASEAN a chance to deepen local security and unity, specifically through broader cooperation at numerous levels, consisting of federal government companies, organization markets and the private sector, along with relevant stakeholders, such as the media,” he included.


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