Vice President Jeremiah Kpan Koung has spoken positively of the position and relevance of the media in any democratic setting, describing it as thread within the cloth of the society.
Talking by way of a proxy on the induction ceremony of the Publishers Affiliation of Liberia, PAL Vice President Koung acknowledged the energy of the media or usefulness publishing as an important thread within the cloth of any society, shaping narratives, fostering dialogue, and cultivating understanding.
“I stand earlier than you in the present day with immense satisfaction and gratitude as we collect for the induction ceremony of the Publishers Affiliation of Liberia,” he stated.
He stated he couldn’t be current on the auspicious event resulting from his engagement with AD-HOC arrange just lately by President Joseph Boakai to deal with rising costs of products within the commerce of the nation.
The Liberian Vice President nonetheless expressed profound appreciation of the induction ceremony of PAL, saying that it “marks a big milestone not just for particular person organizations of publishers but in addition for the literary and cultural panorama of our beloved nation.”
Addressing himself to the core of the event that needed to do with placing newly elected officers of the PAL into workplace, VP Koung reminded the gathering of meida executives and journalists to “keep in mind the ability of the written phrase and its capability to light up truths, encourage change, and join communities.”
He stated, “Right this moment, we induct new members into the affiliation who carry contemporary views, modern concepts, and a shared dedication to nurturing the literary arts in Liberia.”
“Collectively, we will advocate for the rights of authors, improve the standard of publications, and be certain that voices are heard each regionally and internationally,” he additional revealed.
Going ahead, he rallied the media to additionally embrace the challenges that lie forward. Because the publishing panorama is evolving quickly, with know-how shifting how we produce and eat literature, VP Koung urged the brand new PAL Management to grab the duty introduced them to adapt, to study, and to thrive on this new setting.
“By collaborating and supporting each other, you’ll be able to elevate your trade and assist different authors and readers to flourish,” he stated by way of his proxy.
The brand new PAL Management can also be admonished to hold the torch of management, creativity, and dedication.
“Allow us to work hand in hand to uplift the publishing neighborhood in Liberia and contribute to a brighter future for all,” he rallied.
He acknowledged the challenges confronted by the media, and inspired journalists to not relent, understanding that the media is highly effective.
VP koung reiterated authorities’s dedication to working with media for the development and “sustainability of this trade.”
“You might be companions and shall stay companions of progress to the federal government,” he acknowledged. He stated the federal government appears ahead to seeing the Liberian media develop a lot larger than it’s now. He added “We’re assured that this dream will probably be realized underneath President Joseph Nyuma Boakai’s ARREST agenda for inclusive growth.”