In making this gesture Monday, the president reaffirmed his commitment and that of his government to the protection of freedom of expression, and respect for the world of the media, adding that it was never his intention or that of his government to prosecute journalists.
He called on journalists to be responsible and respect the ethics of the profession and prioritise accuracy in their work to avoid destablishing the nation.
The media delegation welcomed the gesture of the president, describing it as a giant step towards the maintenance of the good reputation of the country as a bastion of press freedom.
The Management of The Voice Newspaper too appreciated the president’s gesture and regretted any inconvenience its publication may have caused to the president as an individual and his party.
The two delegations noted the importance of a greater understanding between the government and the media as partners in development of the country and the society in general.
