The Government places significant value on the role of the media in nation-building, Mrs Teo added. Read more at straitstimes.com.
SINGAPORE - The relationship between the Government and the media is not without tension, but it is vital that both sides can operate on the basis of mutual trust and respect, said Minister for Communications and Information Josephine Teo at a book launch on Tuesday.
“This relationship has been instrumental throughout our existence as an independent nation. Like all relationships, it is not without tension. It has to be constantly managed, but it has worked,” said the minister. At the event on Tuesday, he acknowledged the concerns about editorial independence after the restructuring of Singapore Press Holdings’ media business
“In return for government’s support, our ask of the media companies is to strive towards successful digital transformation and be effective providers of media and news, whether in print, broadcast or through the Internet.” The funding will not alter the relationship of mutual trust and respect between the media and the Government, and is meant to ensure that SMT can continue to provide trusted news as a public good, she added.
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