KUALA LUMPUR: The National Journalists Day (HAWANA) 2022 celebration is very meaningful for media practitioners, as unsung heroes and the frontliners behind every event that takes place in the country.
Government and opposition leaders today conveyed their wishes in conjunction with the celebration on social media platforms, in recognising the role of journalists and media practitioners who always channel information despite having to face dangers and risks.
Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Rina Mohd Harun said journalists not only report on incidents, accidents, catastrophes, tragedies and entertainment events, but they were also able to shape and drive the country's development and sustainability.
"Without journalists, we cannot find out the authentic information related to any incident.
"May journalists in Malaysia continue to serve with full dedication, present true and quality information to unite and develop the Keluarga Malaysia and the country," she said in a post on her Facebook page.
Foreign Minister, Datuk Seri Saifuddin Abdullah, in expressing his appreciation for the services and devotion of journalists, described these individuals as playing an important role in bringing authentic information and representing the voice and aspirations of the community.
Opposition Leader, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, said that the role of journalists was critical in generating a fair, democratic and equitable system.
"Therefore, I salute the role of journalists all this while, and pray that they can bring about change with a free and fair media," he said.
Meanwhile, Higher Education Minister, Datuk Dr Noraini Ahmad, said in today's fast-paced information technology era, journalists played a very important role in conveying accurate information to the people.
In a post on her Facebook page, Noraini said that media practitioners were also the mainstay in shaping the thinking patterns of the community.
"Thank you for sacrificing your time, energy and thoughts in carrying out your duties as a journalist," she said.
Minister of Housing and Local Government, Datuk Seri Reezal Merican Naina Merican, also conveyed his wishes by describing the duties and role of journalists as increasingly challenging, especially in the 'hyper-connected' world.
However, Reezal Merican said that media practitioners managed to carry out their duties well and responsibly.
"Many of them I know personally, and I know they are highly committed to their 'assignments'," said Reezal Merican in a post on his official Facebook page today.
He also thanked journalists for their great contribution to conveying government policies and initiatives, and for dissemination of information and news that is authentic, fast and with full integrity, especially related to his ministry.
Meanwhile, Youth and Sports Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Faizal Azumu thanked all journalists in the country who presented a lot of information and views transparently and sincerely.
Amanah vice-president, Adly Zahari, said journalists had a huge role to play in building the minds of the people through news, articles, views or documentaries presented.
Therefore, he said every journalist should have the courage to convey the truth and provide constructive criticism.
-- BERNAMA
Bernama
Sun May 29 2022
The National Journalists Day (HAWANA) 2022 celebration is very meaningful for media practitioners, as unsung heroes and the frontliners behind every event that takes place in the country, said government and opposition leaders today.
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