Independence, freedom and safety crucial for work of media, says Head of OSCE Mission to Montenegro Waag on World Press Freedom Day

Accurate, verified and quality public information depends on journalists, which is why independence, freedom and safety are crucial for their professional work, said Dominique Waag, Head of the OSCE Mission to Montenegro on World Press Freedom Day, 3 May 2022.

This year’s theme “Journalism under Digital Siege” highlights how recent technological developments affect the work and role of journalists and points to the need for the media to be constantly evolving in order to survive in fast-growing markets.

Congratulating Montenegrin journalists on this special day, Ambassador Waag said these difficult and challenging times that we live in, with higher risks of disinformation, are an indicator of how much a strong and stable democracy depends on information we receive from journalists and media outlets.

“Today is an opportunity to express our gratitude to journalists for their role in providing relevant, balanced and accurate information to society. The OSCE works to ensure that journalists can work in a safe environment, protected by the fundamental principles of pluralism of the media and freedom of expression”, said Ambassador Waag.

The OSCE Mission will continue to support the media and media institutions in Montenegro, strengthening their capacities in order to cope with all the challenges ahead.