KABUL (TOLONews): The Deputy Minister of Information and Culture, Hayatullah Mohajer Farahi, states that more than 370 visual, audio, news agencies, and print media are active across the country.
Farahi adds that the challenges faced by the media have largely been addressed and are not under any pressure.
The Deputy Minister of Information and Culture said: “Currently, there are more than 370 visuals, audio, and print media operating in the country. Most of the issues and problems in the media sector have been resolved to a great extent.”
According to Farahi, although the media faces some economic problems, most of their issues have been addressed. He assures that all media outlets in the country can carry out their media activities considering Islamic values, national interests, and Afghan culture.
Hayatullah Mohajer Farahi says: “They can continue their media activities in the country; of course, there are some points that we all must consider, including Islamic values, the supreme interests of the country, and the customs and culture of our Afghan society.”
On the other hand, some journalists demand solutions to all media problems, including access to information and the implementation of the mass media law.
Journalist Rohullah Alizai said: “Support should be provided to journalists. The government must fulfill its duties, and the institutions that work to support the media or journalists should carry out their responsibilities so that journalists can be mentally at ease in their work environment.”
This comes as the Ministry of Information and Culture had previously stated that during the 1402 solar year, 10 radio stations have launched new broadcasts in various provinces of the country.
