UNDP, UNESCO assess Bangladesh's media landscape with Swiss support
Information and Broadcasting Adviser Mahfuj Alam attended the event as the chief guest
With Switzerland's support, the UNDP and UNESCO have conducted an assessment of Bangladesh's media landscape, stressing that a free, safe, independent, and pluralistic media is fundamental to any democratic society.
The assessment report was presented at an event in Dhaka today (3 July).
Information and Broadcasting Adviser Mahfuj Alam attended the event as the chief guest.
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While speaking at the event, Alberto Giovanetti, counsellor and head of political, economic and communication affairs of the Embassy of Switzerland, said Switzerland is very pleased to have supported this important undertaking, which reflects our shared commitments to promoting media freedom, civic space and democratic governance in Bangladesh."
This media assessment offers practical and actionable steps to promote diverse views, protect rights and ensure access to information, said the Embassy of Switzerland in Dhaka.
