Abinader Stresses Freedom of the Press at IAPA Summit
President Luis Abinader addressed the inaugural session of the 81st General Assembly of the Inter American Press Association (IAPA).
Any government that fears the press, fears the truth.
Abinader emphasized the importance of government transparency, strong journalists, and concerned citizens in producing a climate of freedom of the press.
He also highlighted his government's commitment to transparency, stating that criticisms only improve government, and discussed legislation to update freedom of the press and media in the digital era.
Without a free press, there is no transparency; without transparency there is no confidence; and without confidence, democracy disappears.
Author's summary: Abinader supports press freedom.