Media a key pillar of democracy: President

President Mirza Fakhrul Islam has described the media as a key pillar of democracy, saying a democratic media that works to strengthen democratic institutions can deliver the greatest benefits to the public.


He also called on media professionals and their organisations to unite in protecting their professional interests, emphasising the need for journalists to become economically and professionally self-reliant.

Highlighting persistent challenges facing journalists, Mirza Fakhrul urged professional organisations to work together more effectively to address key concerns, including unfair job dismissals, implementation of the Wage Board recommendations and ensuring justice for violence against journalists.

He stressed that collective efforts by journalists’ organisations were essential to safeguarding the rights and interests of media workers.