HAWANA 2025: Journalists As Important As Educators, Security Forces - S'wak Deputy Minister
KUCHING, May 29 (Bernama) -- The role of journalists, who serve as a source of information and news for the public and government, is as vital as that of educators and national security forces, says Deputy Minister in the Premier of Sarawak's Department (Corporate Affairs, Information, and Sarawak Public Communications Unit (UKAS)) Datuk Abdullah Saidol.
He said that accredited, experienced, and discerning journalists were increasingly sought after to deliver accurate, verified, and constructive news, aimed at nurturing an informed, positive-thinking, and competitive society.
'The sacrifices and dedication of every individual in the field of journalism - whether braving the sun and rain in the field or rushing deadlines in the office - should always be appreciated,' he told Bernama in conjunction with the National Journalists' Day (HAWANA) 2025 today.
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