Dhaka, May 15 (V7N) — The government is actively working to ensure media freedom following the recent coup, said Shafiqul Alam, press secretary to the chief adviser, during a seminar at the National Press Club on Thursday titled "Media Trends After the Coup."

Alam emphasized that the post-coup government has not curtailed freedom of speech but has, in fact, expanded the space for free journalism. He highlighted that despite many media outlets being accused of collaborating with fascist elements, no media organization has been shut down in the past nine months.

"During this time, the scope of the media has increased, and an environment of tolerance rather than control has been created," he said.

Addressing concerns regarding journalists, Alam clarified that the government is not directly involved in dismissals, cancellation of accreditation cards, or filing lawsuits against journalists. He also announced that the process for accreditation cancellation will be reviewed to make it easier and fairer.

On the issue of violence against journalists, Alam noted that there are ongoing investigations into murder cases involving 266 journalists, but none of the suspects have yet been arrested. He reassured that all affected journalists continue to work in their respective roles.

The press secretary concluded by reiterating that the government remains fully committed to protecting and promoting media freedom in the country.

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