KUCHING, June 9 — The 2024 National Journalists’ Day (Hawana) celebration, themed “Etika Teras Kewartawanan Mapan,” garnered recognition and appreciation from foreign media members, emphasizing its role in honoring journalists’ sacrifices. Timor Leste Press Council president Otelio Ote praised the event for highlighting the integral role of journalists in democracy, stressing the necessity of reliable and authentic information.
Foreign media representatives, including Jonathan Edward from Xinhua News Agency and Le Hang Linh from the Vietnam News Organisation, commended the event’s diverse activities and the valuable knowledge shared. The celebration, attended by over 1,000 media practitioners from 11 countries, featured the Sarawak Media Conference and an exhibition showcasing the contributions of media professionals. This significant gathering was organized by the Communications Ministry in collaboration with the Sarawak state government, with Bernama as the implementing agency.
