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New Straits Times
6 days ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Hawana: Journalists must remain spirited in their role of advancing nation
KOTA KINABALU: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim expressed his hope that journalists in Malaysia will remain spirited in their role of advancing the nation, in addition to reporting on the hardship and challenges currently faced by the people. Conveying his appreciation to media practitioners in conjunction with the National Journalists' Day (Hawana), the prime minister also emphasised the critical role of journalists in delivering news and information to the public. He said this role includes the duty to support and offer constructive criticism in efforts to develop both states and the country. "I wish all journalists undertaking this extraordinary task a happy occasion. "They play a critical role in reporting the bitter struggles of the people," he said during a press conference after attending a meeting with Sabah Pakatan Harapan leaders last night. Anwar also acknowledged the sacrifices and difficulties journalists endure in fulfilling their professional commitments, urging them to continue their work with full zeal. Hawana is celebrated annually on May 29, and for 2025, the Hawana Summit will be held on June 14 at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTCKL), and scheduled to be officiated by the prime minister. Organised by the Communications Ministry with the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) as the implementing agency, Hawana will feature various events including a Pantun Festival on May 31, a pre-launch event with strategic partners at Wisma Bernama on June 3, and a media forum jointly organised by the Malaysian Press Institute (MPI) on June 14. – Bernama


New Straits Times
6 days ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
PM: Journalists are custodians of integrity
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim described journalists as custodians of integrity in ensuring that the public receives authentic, balanced, and credible information. In conjunction with the National Journalists' Day 2025 (Hawana) celebration today, the prime minister expressed his appreciation to all journalists for their dedication, courage, and commitment in carrying out their trust to society and the nation. "In an era of information explosion and the challenge of fake news proliferation, the role of journalists becomes increasingly vital, not merely to convey news, but to filter, scrutinise, and uphold the truth," he said via a Facebook post yesterday. Hawana is celebrated annually on May 29, and for 2025, the Hawana Summit will be held on June 14 at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTCKL). Anwar is scheduled to officiate the celebration with an estimated attendance of about 1,000 media practitioners from within and outside the country. Hawana, organised by the Communications Ministry with the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) as the implementing agency, will feature various events, including a Pantun Festival on May 31, a pre-launch event with strategic partners at Wisma Bernama on June 3, and a media forum jointly organised by the Malaysian Press Institute (MPI) on June 14. Hawana, now in its fifth edition this year after its first organisation in 2018, is an annual event that brings together media practitioners to appreciate their role and contributions to nation's development. – Bernama

The Star
6 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Journalists are custodians of integrity, says Anwar
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has described journalists as custodians of integrity to ensure that the public receives authentic, balanced and credible information. In conjunction with the National Journalists' Day 2025 (Hawana) celebration on Thursday (May 29), the Prime Minister expressed his appreciation to all journalists for their dedication, courage, and commitment in carrying out their trust to society and the nation. "In an era of information explosion and the challenge of fake news proliferation, the role of journalists becomes increasingly vital, not merely to convey news, but to filter, scrutinies and uphold the truth," he said in a Facebook post. Hawana is celebrated annually on May 29, and for 2025, the Hawana Summit will be held on June 14 at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur. The Prime Minister is scheduled to officiate the celebration with an estimated attendance of about 1,000 media practitioners from within and outside the country. Hawana, organised by the Communications Ministry with Bernama as the implementing agency, will feature various events including a Pantun Festival on May 31, a pre-launch event with strategic partners at Wisma Bernama on June 3, and a media forum jointly organised by the Malaysian Press Institute (MPI) on June 14. Hawana, now in its fifth edition this year after its first organisation in 2018, is an annual event that brings together media practitioners to appreciate their role and contributions to nation's development. – Bernama


Borneo Post
6 days ago
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Journalists are custodians of integrity, says PM Anwar
In conjunction with Hawana 2025, Anwar expressed his appreciation to all journalists for their dedication, courage, and commitment in carrying out their trust to society and the nation. – Bernama photo KUALA LUMPUR (May 29): Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim described journalists as custodians of integrity in ensuring that the public receives authentic, balanced, and credible information. In conjunction with the National Journalists' Day 2025 (Hawana) celebration today, the Prime Minister expressed his appreciation to all journalists for their dedication, courage, and commitment in carrying out their trust to society and the nation. 'In an era of information explosion and the challenge of fake news proliferation, the role of journalists becomes increasingly vital, not merely to convey news, but to filter, scrutinize, and uphold the truth,' he said via a Facebook post today. Hawana is celebrated annually on May 29, and for 2025, the Hawana Summit will be held on June 14 at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTCKL). The Prime Minister is scheduled to officiate the celebration with an estimated attendance of about 1,000 media practitioners from within and outside the country. Hawana, organised by the Ministry of Communications with the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) as the implementing agency, will feature various events, including a Pantun Festival on May 31, a pre-launch event with strategic partners at Wisma Bernama on June 3, and a media forum jointly organised by the Malaysian Press Institute (MPI) on June 14. Hawana, now in its fifth edition this year after its first organisation in 2018, is an annual event that brings together media practitioners to appreciate their role and contributions to nation's development. – Bernama anwar ibrahim Hawana journalist prime minister