UNION Minister for Information U Maung Maung Ohn delivered a remark at the meeting with the members of the Myanmar Press Council for the development of the media sector held at the Information and Public Relations Department in Bahan Township, Yangon Region yesterday.

Also present at the meeting were Myanmar Press Council Chair Dr Tin Tun Oo, vice-chairpersons, the joint secretary, council members and officials.

In his remarks, the Union minister extended best wishes to the council by expressing confidence that the council members having strong experiences and maturity, would be able to work effectively to develop the media sector. He continued that it is important to consider the current practical situation and both domestic and international political situations to ensure the work is effective while serving the duties.

He added that the influence of the media significantly impacts daily life, and actions are being taken against the publishing of obscene literature. These books are offensive to modesty and lead the thinking skills and feelings of youths in the wrong direction. Therefore, the prosecution against these publishing is a preventive measure from poisonous literature for the country and people. Similarly, action is taken against obscene music videos.

The council can perform duty freely in line with the law and needs to oppose the destructive actions of terrorists and firmly stand with the public in media means. Moreover, it should express positive news refraining from informal writing styles affecting the government and Tatmadaw based on misinformation.

News media outlets should not circulate information that supports the terrorists, imposes fear among the public and deteriorates the state’s stability. They also should know that they might face lawsuits following the existing laws if they fail to follow the directives.

Moreover, the council should work together to ban such practices.

Next, the Director-General of the Information and Public Relations Department clarified the legal action taken against printers and publishers who fail to follow the enacted regulations under the Printing and Publishing Enterprises Law.

Chairman of the Myanmar Press Council Dr Tin Tun Oo discussed the development of the media sector and the attendees coordinated the discussion.

The Union minister made proper instructions and concluded the meeting.

In the evening, the Union minister inspected the construction site of Sarso Beikman in Mingala Taungnyunt township.

Project Director Daw Yu Yu Naing of Myanmar Land & Development Ltd first clarified the completed operations.

The Union minister emphasized the need for the building of Sarso Beikman to be an elegant and modern building and placed the materials systematically after completion.

He then observed the Sarso Beikman construction site.

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