"When media workers are targeted, societies—as a whole—pay a price," said the UN chief in a message marking World Press Freedom Day, that falls on May 3. "It is the cornerstone for building fair and impartial institutions, holding leaders accountable, and speaking truth to power," he said, adding that this is especially true during election seasons — the focus of this year's World Press Freedom Day. "Civic space has been shrinking, worldwide, at an alarming rate; and with anti-media rhetoric on the rise, so, too, are violence and harassment against journalists — including women," said the UN chief. The main celebration of World Press Freedom Day 2019 will take place in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from May 1 to 3. It will provide a platform for multiple actors to exchange ideas on current issues, threats, and achievements concerning freedom of the press.

Source: Dhaka Tribune May 02, 2019 07:30 UTC