BY: Hana Saada
ALGIERS- The National Bureau of the Information Publishers Syndicate, chaired by Riad Houili, held a meeting today, Wednesday, at the Tahar Djaout Press House in the capital, Algiers.
During the meeting, the Syndicate welcomed the stances of the President of the Republic, Mr. Abdelmadjid Tebboune, in favor of professional journalism in Algeria.
The National Bureau expressed its appreciation for the invitation of the President of the Republic, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, for the media professionals to organize, the same request uttered by the institution that has urged professionals in the sector to organize as the only means to defend the profession and its gains.
On the same occasion, the Syndicate confirmed that “its efforts to organize the sector have never ceased since its establishment, as it has held many activities with the aim of reforming the sector and getting rid of unprofessional behavior.”
In this context, the National Bureau commends the role played by the Syndicate in order to enrich the draft media laws, in addition to the sensitization and mobilization campaigns organized with representatives and actors in the sector, the statement added.
The Information Publishers Syndicate announced an organizational initiative that will be an inclusive framework for professionals and a social partner, calling on accredited journalists’ unions and associations to unite in a federation that includes journalists and publishers and to form a liaison committee with organizations active in the sector.
About the Syndicate of Information Publishers
The Syndicate of Information Publishers in Algeria plays a critical role in ensuring that media outlets function within the confines of the law. As the syndicate represents the interests of various publishers of newspapers, magazines, and other forms of media, it is responsible for setting standards and promoting ethical practices within the industry. Through this, the syndicate monitors all information publishers operating in Algeria to ensure that they operate in line with national laws, promote professionalism, and respect the rights of journalists while promoting the broader interests of Algeria.
One of the key functions of the Syndicate of Information Publishers’ role in Algeria is to regulate the industry’s activities. Through its regulatory framework, the syndicate aims to preserve quality journalism, ensure freedom of the press, and safeguard the interests of Algeria. The syndicate takes its role seriously by monitoring all publishers’ activities and verifying their compliance with the industry’s ethical standards. It is also responsible for reporting media outlets that violate national laws.
Moreover, the Syndicate of Information Publishers serves as a platform for promoting professional development among journalists and other media professionals. The organization hosts conferences, workshops, and training seminars for its members to improve their skills and keep them informed of current events and new trends. By doing so, the syndicate builds more competent media professionals while maintaining a high level of professionalism in the industry. As a result, media outlets that belong to the syndicate produce well-researched, factual, and well-balanced news without sensationalism, fake news, or other unethical practices that sometimes breed in the guise of sensational journalism.