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Keynote address by former Prime Minister Anand Panyarachun Thai PBS Public Media Conference and Mini-INPUT 2018

21 Sept 22:25 Key points summarised by AI

Former PM Anand Panyarachun spearheaded public broadcasting in Thailand post-1992 'Bloody May' crackdown, ensuring objective, state-independent news access for all citizens.
The foundational principles of public broadcasting prioritize serving the public interest, universal accessibility, delivering unbiased information, and maintaining crucial independence from commercial and state control.
The digital age introduces significant challenges, including the internet's dominance as a news source, a shift to user-centered media, and the pervasive spread of propaganda and disinformation.
Public media retains vital relevance as a 'gold standard' for journalism and democracy, fostering trust and providing a national reference point through objective information and diverse perspectives amidst societal fragmentation.
To secure its future, public broadcasting must innovate, uphold distinctive quality, embrace new technologies, and resolutely safeguard its independence against increasing global threats to press freedom.

Yesterday 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.