Minister at the President’s Office for Strategic Communications Ibrahim Khaleel, along with senior officials from the President’s Office, conducted a special collaborative discussion meeting today morning with senior representatives from local media.
The meeting, led by Minister Khaleel, aimed to formulate a procedural framework to be followed on the implementation of President Dr Mohamed Muizzu’s presidential pledge to allocate a suitable portion of the government’s budget to the media.
Speaking at the meeting, Minister Ibrahim Khaleel affirmed that the administration is committed to impartially sharing news and information with all media outlets, emphasizing the absence of a ‘black list.’
Further, Minister Khaleel reiterated the administration’s commitment to ensure media growth, including the establishment of a media village as outlined in the President’s pledges, and the provision of education and training opportunities for media professionals. He also said that the Communications Office at the President’s Office will closely monitor government departments’ activities in disclosing information to the media, and ensure the fulfillment of government commitments to the media.
The meeting was attended by numerous senior representatives from local media outlets. Participants of today’s meeting also addressed strategies to overcome challenges faced by the media.
The President’s Office revealed that the office plans to continue holding discussions and exchange sessions with the media.
