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on Friday to mark Press Freedom Day, Guterres said the UN acknowledges the efforts of journalists in holding the government to account.“The United Nations recognises the invaluable work of journalists and media professionals to ensure that the public is informed and engaged,”“Without facts, we cannot fight mis- and disinformation, without accountability we would not have strong policies in place, without press freedom, we won’t have any freedom.
“So I call on governments, the private sector and civil society to join us in reaffirming our commitment to safeguarding press freedom, and rights of journalists and media professionals around the world.
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