Marcos to media: Help gov't intensify info drive

• Published date: 26 November 2022
• Publication title: Philippines News agency

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has called on the Philippine media to help his administration in its efforts to step up its campaign to inform the public of the government's policies, programs, and achievements.

Marcos made the call, as he led the oath-taking of the newly elected Officers and Board of Trustees of the Kapisanan ng mga Brodkaster ng Pilipinas (KBP) on Friday.

In a ceremony held at the President's Hall of Malacañan Palace, Marcos reiterated his vow to protect the rights of media workers in the country, the Office of the President (OP) said in a Facebook post.

"PBBM (Marcos) acknowledged the media's contributions and stated on different occasions that their rights would be upheld and protected," the OP said.

"The President also urged the media to help the government effectively communicate government efforts."

Established on April 27, 1973, the KBP is a non-government and non-profit organization of the broadcast media in the Philippines, which aims to promote responsible and free broadcast media, as well as help its members maintain a relevant role in Philippine society.

The KBP also seeks the enhancement of broadcasters' public...