Inihayag ng Committee to Protect Journalists na wala umanong naiulat na pagpatay sa mga mamamahayag noong 2024.
Batay sa inilabas na report ng nasabing komite, ito ang unang pagkakataon matapos ang dalawang dekada na wala umanong "journalist killings" na naiulat sa bansa.
"The Philippines marked its first year in two decades without a journalist killing, which analysts said could indicate that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has taken a comparatively milder tone toward the press than his predecessor Rodrigo Duterte, who frequently threatened the media," anang komite.
Kinilala naman ng Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFOMS) ang naturang report ng Committee to Protect Journalists at nagpapakita raw ito ng mas pagpapahalaga pa sa kalayaan sa pamamahayag at protection sa lahat ng media professionals.
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"This development is a significant step forward in our ongoing efforts to ensure the safety and security of media workers in the Philippines," saad ng PTFOMS nitong Lunes, Pebrero 17, 2025.
Dagdag pa nito, "The absence of journalist killings in 2024, as reported, is a testament to the collaborative efforts of various stakeholders, including law enforcement agencies, media organizations, and civil society, in promoting a safer environment for the press."
Iginiit din ng PTFOMS na mas pag-iigtingin daw ng pamahalaan ang pagbabantay pa sa seguridad ng bawat media workers.
"We continue to monitor and address all forms of threats and harassment against journalists, including online attacks, intimidation, and other forms of violence," saad ng PTFOMS.
