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Recommendation 27
27
Paragraph: 43
We recommend that the Government explore ways to provide core funding and resourcing support to...
Recommendation
We recommend that the Government explore ways to provide core funding and resourcing support to independent ethnic language media organisations.
Paragraph Reference:
43
Government Response
Acknowledged
HM Government
Acknowledged
The UK recognises the important work done by local media in Myanmar, including ethnic media organisations who share key, verified information in local languages. Through the PROTECT programme the UK supports smaller ethnic media partners. It has responded flexibly to the coup by providing emergency funds to support the changing media needs. In particular, it will seek to support female journalists due to the additional threats they face.